Power of Humor

How does the moderator help the group stay on task in this part of the discussion? She refers to her agenda to keep the discussion on track. She asks questions to get clarification and to elicit additional opinions. She reviews and summarizes her notes on the main points of the discussion. She uses body language that shows her engagement and displays attentive listening.

B. She asks questions to get clarification and to elicit additional opinions.

What is the rhyme scheme of the second quatrain? abab abcb cdcd efef

C. cdcd

How does Louise demonstrate appropriate behavior for participating in a group discussion? Select two options. She encourages the contributions of other group members. She comes prepared with information that is important to the discussion. She makes sure the other group members acknowledge her point of view. She allows the other group members to choose the focus of the discussion. She dominates the discussion by insisting that the score board be ordered by next week.

A & B She encourages the contributions of other group members. She comes prepared with information that is important to the discussion.

Which statements describe the last two lines of a Shakespearean sonnet? Select three options. They rhyme with each other. They are referred to as a couplet. They are the last two lines of a quatrain. They may reinterpret the poem's meaning. They change the sonnet's rhythmic pattern.

A, B, D They rhyme with each other. They are referred to as a couplet. They may reinterpret the poem's meaning.

Read the research question. Why do high school students not spend enough time doing physical activity each day? Which statement is the best evaluation of the research question? It is too biased; this research question contains an opinion and cannot be answered through research. It is clear and complex; this research question has a single focus that can be researched and discussed. It is too broad; this research question is unfocused and would be too difficult to discuss in a single research essay. It is too narrow; this research question is limited to high school students, which is not a large enough group to research.

A. It is too biased; this research question contains an opinion and cannot be answered through research.

Based on context clues, what is the meaning of graven in these lines? carved removed hating decaying

A. carved

How does the second quatrain further develop the central idea presented in the first quatrain? Check all that apply. by continuing to praise the mistress's beauty with comparisons to nature by making additional comparisons between the mistress's appearance and nature by extending the descriptions of the mistress beyond what can be seen by adding to the descriptions with a comparison to another person by changing the description of the mistress from unfavorable to favorable

B, C by making additional comparisons between the mistress's appearance and nature by extending the descriptions of the mistress beyond what can be seen

To follow MLA citation rules properly, what does the author of this essay need to do? add a citation after each sentence in the essay include a page number after the author's name remove the reference to the name of the doctor place an end quotation mark after the end parenthesis

B. include a page number after the author's name

In the context of poetry, what is the best definition of tone? the reader's response to the emotions in the poem the speaker's attitude toward the subject of the poem the use of alliteration, repetition, rhythm, and rhyme the use of words that sound like the things they denote

B. the speaker's attitude toward the subject of the poem

Which theme does this passage best support? Pride goes before a fall. People should try to be good. It is necessary to question authority. Children should be seen and not heard.

C. It is necessary to question authority.

How does the text "Ivy U. Law" on the board show the cartoonist's perspective? It shows that the cartoonist thinks Supreme Court justices are supposed to rely on their opinions. It shows that the cartoonist thinks the students in Ivy League schools are not working hard enough. It shows that the cartoonist thinks that many Supreme Court justices have Ivy League educations. It shows that the cartoonist thinks that classes in Ivy League colleges are conducted on computers.

C. It shows that the cartoonist thinks that many Supreme Court justices have Ivy League educations.

What is the central idea of these panels? Satrapi's mother became famous. Satrapi was proud of her mother. Satrapi's mother feared for her life. Satrapi wanted to dye her hair, too.

C. Satrapi's mother feared for her life.

What evidence supports the cartoonist's perspective about expectations for children? the happy expression on the child's face the message on the blackboard the long list of activities the child gives the books the children are carrying

C. the long list of activities the child gives

How does the dialogue develop the central idea? It helps the reader understand the responsibility associated with wearing a veil. It shows that the children are not obedient to their parents or teachers. It shows that the children are angry about wearing veils. It demonstrates that the children do not realize what the veils mean.

D. It demonstrates that the children do not realize what the veils mean.

What is the main purpose of a speech bubble in a graphic novel? It displays authentic dialogue. It shows what the characters say. It gives background information. It illustrates internal thoughts.

D. It illustrates internal thoughts.

The purpose of this cartoon is to mock reporters who expose themselves to dangerous storms. What makes this cartoon effective? Check all that apply. humorous irony a common analogy a clear subject matter satire about the weather an exaggerated situation an easily understood perspective

A, C, E, F humorous irony a clear subject matter an exaggerated situation an easily understood perspective

What is a couplet, in the context of a Shakespearean sonnet? the final two lines any two lines that rhyme two adjacent syllables in which the first syllable is stressed two adjacent syllables in which the second syllable is stressed

A. the final two lines

Which details best support the purpose of this editorial cartoon? Select three options. the pattern of the woman's outfit the "will work for air conditioning" sign the rat sweating on the sidewalk the city buildings and sidewalk the comfortable man in the air-conditioned car

B, C, E the "will work for air conditioning" sign the rat sweating on the sidewalk the comfortable man in the air-conditioned car

How does the alien with the baseball bat contribute to the effectiveness of the political cartoon? It suggests that aliens are like people because they play baseball, a human sport. It uses humor to show that unknown factors keep damaging the probes humans send. It shows how to cope with the surface of Mars, which is rocky and full of craters. It exaggerates the size of the bat in relation to the Mars probe in the cartoon.

B. It uses humor to show that unknown factors keep damaging the probes humans send.

Read the excerpt from Persepolis. What is the central idea of this page? The maid was sad and missed her family. The maid was a child, like Marjane. The maid was always hungry and ate a lot. The maid and Marjane played a lot.

B. The maid was a child, like Marjane.

What theme is best supported by the story the bachelor tells in "The Storyteller"? Be kind to animals. Wolves are dangerous. Pride comes before a fall. Being good is its own reward.

C. Pride comes before a fall.

Why isn't Sam demonstrating good speaking and listening skills? Sam is not taking notes. Sam is not asking a lot of questions. Sam's body language does not show engagement. Sam is not making connections with prior knowledge.

C. Sam's body language does not show engagement.

Read the second quatrain from "Sonnet 130." (1) I have seen roses damask'd, red and white,(2) But no such roses see I in her cheeks;(3) And in some perfumes is there more delight(4) Than in the breath that from my mistress reeks. —"Sonnet 130,"William Shakespeare

Choose the best paraphrase for each line in this quatrain. Line 1: ✔ I've seen roses streaked with red and white Line 2: ✔ But I don't see those colors in her cheeks Line 3: ✔ And some perfumes have a sweeter scent Line 4: ✔ Than the bad breath of my mistress

How does situational irony best contribute to satire? Situational irony may amuse, which is the main purpose of satire. Satire makes use of situational irony to point out ideal patterns of behavior. Situational irony highlights the difference between what people say and what they believe. Satire relies on situational irony to expose the difference between society's beliefs and reality.

D. Satire relies on situational irony to expose the difference between society's beliefs and reality.

What evidence supports the cartoonist's perspective about declining participation in little league? Select two options. the title of the cartoon at the top the response of the boy on the right the bright colors used in the cartoon the size of the bat held by the boy on the left the uniform worn by the boy on the left

A & B the title of the cartoon at the top the response of the boy on the right

Read the scenario about a formal discussion. Trina and her classmates are discussing coding. One student references a coding language that Trina is unfamiliar with, saying that she prefers it for the type of programming they are discussing. Trina responds by asking the student to explain why she likes it so that she can learn more. She asks the student how the coding language is similar to one she is already familiar with. Which statements describe what kind of listener Trina is? Select two options. Trina is a good listener because she responds by asking questions to clarify the topic being discussed. Trina is a good listener because she indicates that she is knowledgeable by sharing what she knows. Trina is a good listener because she uses prior knowledge to make connections that further her understanding. Trina is not a good listener because she interrupts the discussion to insert follow-up questions. Trina is not a good listener because she steers the topic toward a subject with which she is more familiar.

A & C Trina is a good listener because she responds by asking questions to clarify the topic being discussed. Trina is a good listener because she uses prior knowledge to make connections that further her understanding.

Which rules must be followed for an MLA citation to be correct? Select four options. The author's name, if known, must be included. Both opening and closing quotation marks must be used when quoting directly from a text. The complete citation must be added to the works cited page. The author's name should be included only if the source is a book. A parenthetical citation must be included before the quotation from the source. The author's name can be placed either before the quotation or within parentheses. A closing quotation mark should be eliminated if the quotation is longer than one line.

A, B, C, F The author's name, if known, must be included. Both opening and closing quotation marks must be used when quoting directly from a text. The complete citation must be added to the works cited page. The author's name can be placed either before the quotation or within parentheses.

What does the transcript demonstrate about group discussions? Check all that apply. It is important to keep an open mind about the topic. It is important to listen to the facts and ideas that others present. It is important to stick to your own opinion on the topic. It is important to read and review any materials prior to the discussion. It is important to argue forcefully to sway others to accept your opinion.

A, B, D It is important to keep an open mind about the topic. It is important to listen to the facts and ideas that others present. It is important to read and review any materials prior to the discussion.

Which elements qualify this poem as a Shakespearean sonnet? Check all that apply. three quatrains and one couplet lines of poetry with five metrical feet abba, cddc, effe, gg rhyme scheme rhyming sounds at the beginning of lines unstressed and stressed syllable groups

A, B, E three quatrains and one couplet lines of poetry with five metrical feet unstressed and stressed syllable groups

What similarities do the narrators' perspectives most reveal? Select two options. They both experience alienation in school. They both feel similar to everyone around them. They are both unsure about being told what to wear. They both resent their religious education. They both know the effects of war firsthand.

A, C They both experience alienation in school. They are both unsure about being told what to wear.

Which statements accurately describe the sonnet's rhyme scheme and its effects? Check all that apply. The rhyme scheme is abab cdcd efef gg. The rhyme scheme is abba cddc effe gg. The lines in the couplet do not include a rhyme. The second quatrain rhymes redeem and team, spent and document. The regular rhyme scheme makes the sonnet sound musical and memorable.

A, E The rhyme scheme is abab cdcd efef gg. The regular rhyme scheme makes the sonnet sound musical and memorable.

How does the analogy in this cartoon clarify the cartoonist's meaning? Comparing something that is part of nature to something that is not shows that plastic bags are a problem. Comparing the leaves and the bags shows that the cartoonist wants us to think that raking leaves is like cleaning up trash. Comparing the man's annoyance to the woman's happiness shows that the cartoonist wants us to think about our feelings. Comparing the woman's positivity to the man's negativity shows that the cartoonist wants us to consider both sides of the topic.

A. Comparing something that is part of nature to something that is not shows that plastic bags are a problem.

How does the underlined sentence contribute to the theme that culture can limit our thinking? It indicates that the aunt's portrayal of right and wrong is inauthentic and unconvincing. It shows that children and adults have opposing perspectives on what goodness is. It characterizes the children as eager to accept any viewpoint that disagrees with their aunt's. It satirizes the bachelor's conception of goodness by comparing it to the one in the aunt's story.

A. It indicates that the aunt's portrayal of right and wrong is inauthentic and unconvincing.

How do the facial expression of the character and the images develop the central idea? It shows the narrator's distress about being caught between two worlds. It shows that the narrator is proud to begin wearing a veil. It shows that the narrator seems nervous about her schoolwork. It demonstrates that the narrator wants to leave her studies behind.

A. It shows the narrator's distress about being caught between two worlds.

Which statement best summarizes the central idea of the quatrain? The mistress is not as beautiful as natural elements. The mistress's hair is dull and wiry, unlike the whiteness of snow. The mistress has eyes like the sun and lips more red than coral. The mistress's appearance is similar to that of the sun, coral, and snow.

A. The mistress is not as beautiful as natural elements.

Which statement is the best evaluation of this paragraph? The paragraph is sound but needs more supporting evidence to be complete. The paragraph does not have a topic sentence, so it is only partially complete. The paragraph needs to be completely revised, since it lacks focus and clarity. The paragraph is less effective after the first sentence because of its disconnected ideas.

A. The paragraph is sound but needs more supporting evidence to be complete.

Read Shakespeare's "Sonnet 130." My mistress' eyes are nothing like the sun;Coral is far more red, than her lips red:If snow be white, why then her breasts are dun;If hairs be wires, black wires grow on her head.I have seen roses damask'd, red and white,But no such roses see I in her cheeks;And in some perfumes is there more delightThan in the breath that from my mistress reeks.I love to hear her speak, yet well I knowThat music hath a far more pleasing sound:I grant I never saw a goddess go,—My mistress, when she walks, treads on the ground:And yet by heaven, I think my love as rare,As any she belied with false compare. Which statement best explains the two possible interpretations of the sonnet? The three quatrains satirize common poetic comparisons of one's beloved to beautiful things, suggesting that the speaker's feelings are not strong. However, the sudden reversal in tone in the final couplet surprises and moves through its sincerity and depth of feeling, suggesting strong emotions. The speaker ridicules his mistress through his negative comparisons of her to idealized objects in the first 12 lines, which implies that he has lost interest in her. In the final couplet, though, he humorously reverses his tone and exaggerates her charms, from which readers can infer that he is being playful rather than hurtful. Some readers believe that the speaker uses satire to ridicule his mistress. Others find that his tone remains affectionate even while he speaks of her hair being "black wires," her breath reeking, or her feet mundanely treading the ground. The humorous tone in the first two quatrains show that the speaker does not take love seriously. However, in the third quatrain, he speaks of loving his mistress's voice and that she moves as he imagines a goddess would; this shows that he is serious about love after all.

A. The three quatrains satirize common poetic comparisons of one's beloved to beautiful things, suggesting that the speaker's feelings are not strong. However, the sudden reversal in tone in the final couplet surprises and moves through its sincerity and depth of feeling, suggesting strong emotions.

Which follow-up question best demonstrates attention to the student's claim? What are the calorie and sodium counts for these items? What is wrong with having unhealthy foods some of the time? Do sweet potato fries have fewer calories than regular french fries? How do you know that pizza and french fries have the most calories?

A. What are the calorie and sodium counts for these items?

What is the cartoonist's perspective in this cartoon? that we are destroying our planet because we are lazy that recycling is too difficult even though it will save the planet that landfills are a better way to get rid of our trash that people who watch television are not as likely to recycle trash

A. that we are destroying our planet because we are lazy

Which element of the cartoon best supports the perspective that football is dangerous? the surgeon general's warning the protective guard on the helmet the color of the stripes on the helmet the helmet's position away from the reader

A. the surgeon general's warning

What is the best definition of the term "characterization"? the way an author presents a character to readers the set of physical traits that describe a fictional character the set of personality traits that describe a fictional character the way readers perceive a character based on the author's description

A. the way an author presents a character to readers

Which scenarios are examples of students using effective presentation skills in a student council meeting? Select two options. Mark always agrees with the opinions of the other student council members. Nakisha mentions another student's point of view to help explain her own perspective. Kara stays on task, making sure she ignores questions that have already been answered in the discussion. Samir brings notes to the meeting so he can persuade council members by supporting his opinions with facts. Casey always contributes to the conversation, interrupting others when he has a relevant opinion.

B & D Nakisha mentions another student's point of view to help explain her own perspective. Samir brings notes to the meeting so he can persuade council members by supporting his opinions with facts.

How are the narrators' perspectives similar? Select three options. Both narrators think that they are prophets. Both narrators are uncertain about wearing a religious head covering. Both narrators possess pride in their faith. Both narrators have a deep faith in God. Both narrators want to be involved in politics.

B, C, D Both narrators are uncertain about wearing a religious head covering. Both narrators possess pride in their faith. Both narrators have a deep faith in God.

What evidence in "The Storyteller." best highlights the flaws in the aunt in order to create satire? Select three options. "An aunt belonging to the children occupied one corner seat." "In a low, confidential voice, interrupted at frequent intervals by loud, petulant questionings from her listeners, she began an unenterprising and deplorably uninteresting story about a little girl who was good." "'It's a very difficult thing to tell stories that children can both understand and appreciate,' she said stiffly." "The aunt suppressed a gasp of admiration." "A most improper story to tell to young children! You have undermined the effect of years of careful teaching."

B, C, E "In a low, confidential voice, interrupted at frequent intervals by loud, petulant questionings from her listeners, she began an unenterprising and deplorably uninteresting story about a little girl who was good." "'It's a very difficult thing to tell stories that children can both understand and appreciate,' she said stiffly." "A most improper story to tell to young children! You have undermined the effect of years of careful teaching."

A student is completing a research-based informative essay on the history of presidential campaigns. Which steps take place in the prewriting stage? Select three options. The student cites an article about how the first political campaigns were funded. The student analyzes the writing prompt to establish a purpose for writing. The student edits the writing and uses MLA formatting to properly cite evidence. The student creates an outline with topics, reasons, and supporting evidence. The student synthesizes information from articles about Abraham Lincoln's campaign.

B, D, E The student analyzes the writing prompt to establish a purpose for writing. The student creates an outline with topics, reasons, and supporting evidence. The student synthesizes information from articles about Abraham Lincoln's campaign.

How should Donnie adjust his behavior to be more appropriate for a group discussion? Check all that apply. He should remind the group of the rules. He should ask a question for clarification. He should work to keep the group on task. He should speak in a more respectful tone. He should present his idea with supporting facts. He should take notes to address Lola's point later.

B, D, E, F He should ask a question for clarification. He should speak in a more respectful tone. He should present his idea with supporting facts. He should take notes to address Lola's point later.

Which phrases from the excerpt best support the narrator's confident tone? Select three options. "people staring" "head held high" "smile to yourself" "feel cheated" "special bond"

B,C,E "head held high" "smile to yourself" "special bond"

Study the editorial cartoon NFL Head Injuries by Adam Zyglis. Based on the cartoon, what statement would the cartoonist most likely agree with? Football players are like entertainers. Football players face serious risks. Football players should invest wisely. Football players love their jobs.

B. Football players face serious risks.

How does the caption develop the central idea? It shows that most women choose not to protest wearing veils. It demonstrates the differing opinions among women in Iranian society. It illustrates that there is strong anti-religious sentiment in Iran. It explains why the narrator's mother is opposed to wearing a veil.

B. It demonstrates the differing opinions among women in Iranian society.

Panyin wants to use this research for her informative essay. Because organic foods are produced with few or no pesticides, organic foods are less likely to have harmful effects than conventional foods. Which topic sentence is best supported by this research? Research shows that organic farms can coexist with traditional farms, to the benefit of both. Research shows that organic foods pose less danger to human health than nonorganic foods. Research shows that people who consume organic foods with no pesticides will live longer. Research shows that pesticides used on fruit trees can have a negative impact on farmers.

B. Research shows that organic foods pose less danger to human health than nonorganic foods.

What evidence supports the cartoonist's perspective about testing? The students have no expressions on their faces, showing that they are not happy about the tests. The exams are huge and are labeled "more tests" and "still more tests," showing that testing is overdone. The student's response to testing is that he is prepared for it, showing that testing works well. The children are paying attention to the test schedule, showing that students are diligent.

B. The exams are huge and are labeled "more tests" and "still more tests," showing that testing is overdone.

Which statement best summarizes the central idea of "The Veil"? The narrator feels misunderstood by her family. The narrator feels conflicted about wearing a veil. The narrator struggles with her workload at school. The narrator is challenged by pressure from her peers.

B. The narrator feels conflicted about wearing a veil.

Which sentence best explains how the narrative tone reveals a unique perspective? The narrator's insecurity helps the reader understand her parents' decision. The narrator's harsh internal dialogue helps the reader understand her struggles. The heated point of view in the passage helps the reader see why women wear the hijab. The feud between the narrator and her parents suggests to the reader a cultural bias.

B. The narrator's harsh internal dialogue helps the reader understand her struggles.

Which statement best summarizes the central idea of the couplet? The speaker thinks that heaven is more beautiful than his mistress. The speaker declares that his mistress is as special as heaven. The speaker thinks that his mistress is common compared to other women. The speaker continues to make unfavorable comparisons of his mistress.

B. The speaker declares that his mistress is as special as heaven.

What is the central idea of the sonnet? The speaker considers his love to be his muse. The speaker wants his muse to help him immortalize his love. The speaker fears that his love is growing old faster than he would like. The speaker thinks that his muse is forgetful and lazy and wastes a lot of time.

B. The speaker wants his muse to help him immortalize his love.

How does the characterization of the children create satire? They are curious about what is in the garden. They are pleased to learn that the prince chooses pigs over flowers. They interrupt the bachelor just as much as they interrupt their aunt. They sometimes interrupt because they like the story they are being told.

B. They are pleased to learn that the prince chooses pigs over flowers.

What is the best way for Colleen to revise the paragraph to effectively use transitions? by adding the transition For example to the beginning of sentence 1 by adding the transition though before the phrase other districts in sentence 2 by replacing the phrase According to research with the transition Indeed in sentence 3 by replacing the word than with the transition as well as in sentence 3

B. by adding the transition though before the phrase other districts in sentence 2

In poetry, the term speaker refers to the main character. narrator. poet. reader.

B. narrator

What is the best description of realistic fiction? texts that are written in first person about a period in an author's life stories that are made up but might have happened in real life texts about real-life things or events that actually occurred stories that may or may not be true, presented in comic-book format

B. stories that are made up but might have happened in real life

Which element best illustrates the central idea of these panels? the caption in the first panel about the Arab conquest the teacher's annoyed expression and crossed arms the narrator's speech balloon about the wars the teacher's speech balloon asking Pardisse to go next

B. the teacher's annoyed expression and crossed arms

What is the cartoonist's purpose in this cartoon? to show readers what type of weather they can expect to experience in autumn to persuade readers that plastic bags negatively affect people and the environment to convince readers that leaves are just as annoying as plastic bags to tell readers that they should be happy about fall and not annoyed by it

B. to persuade readers that plastic bags negatively affect people and the environment

Marcus and his classmates are discussing a novel in class. Which discussion observations most suggest that Marcus has prepared before presenting his point of view to the group? Select two options. Marcus has strong opinions about the novel. Marcus is polite and waits for his turn to speak. Marcus has brought the novel to use as a reference. Marcus often agrees with other students' viewpoints. Marcus supports his opinions with evidence from the text.

C & E Marcus has brought the novel to use as a reference. Marcus supports his opinions with evidence from the text.

What are the characteristics of a formal discussion? Select three options. It covers more than one or two topics. It uses casual language and slang terms. It is led in a methodical and procedural way. It uses specialized, subject-specific language. It requires preparation in the form of research or review.

C, D, E It is led in a methodical and procedural way. It uses specialized, subject-specific language. It requires preparation in the form of research or review.

How does Lola demonstrate appropriate behavior for participating in a group discussion? Check all that apply. She has set up the agenda. She takes notes while listening. She speaks in a respectful manner. She raises her hand before speaking. She came prepared for the discussion.

C, D, E She speaks in a respectful manner. She raises her hand before speaking. She came prepared for the discussion.

How does the third quatrain further develop the central ideas presented in the first and second quatrains? It continues the pattern of comparing the mistress to natural elements. It changes the descriptions of the mistress from favorable to unfavorable. It extends beyond descriptions of sight and smell with descriptions of sound. It increases the harshness of the descriptions to emphasize the speaker's feelings.

C. It extends beyond descriptions of sight and smell with descriptions of sound.

Read the scenario about a formal discussion. Malia and her colleagues are discussing ways to improve hiring practices. Malia thinks that their company does not do a very good job at recruiting or interviewing skilled candidates, so she has researched effective hiring practices and has brought lots of ideas with her. Malia offers the information she has brought with her. She listens carefully to her colleagues' concerns and answers questions. She uses new terminology she learned in her research. Which statement best describes what kind of presenter Malia is? Malia is an ineffective presenter because the language she uses is not appropriate or accessible for the audience and topic. Malia is an ineffective presenter because she is critical of the company's hiring practices, and does not respond properly. Malia is an effective presenter because she shares ideas supported by research, and she listens and responds to other members. Malia is an effective presenter because she shares her opinions and challenges the company's current hiring practices.

C. Malia is an effective presenter because she shares ideas supported by research, and she listens and responds to other members.

What would be the most effective way for Mirai to include this research in her essay? She should quote the first sentence directly, because it contains specific information that would be difficult to restate. She should summarize the first sentence, because it describes the central argument of the essay in straightforward language. She should quote the second sentence directly, because it establishes important supporting evidence in a unique way. She should paraphrase the second sentence, because it presents basic knowledge that does not need to be cited.

C. She should quote the second sentence directly, because it establishes important supporting evidence in a unique way.

How does the cartoonist use exaggeration in this cartoon to create meaning? The writing on the chalkboard uses all caps to create excitement about going back to school. The children's energetic movements show the cartoonist's belief that kids enjoy busyness. The boy's long list of summer activities shows the cartoonist's belief that kids are overscheduled. The girl's unchanging smile shows the cartoonist's impression that kids like going back to school.

C. The boy's long list of summer activities shows the cartoonist's belief that kids are overscheduled.

Which source would be most reliable for researching the most effective types of physical activity for high school students? a blog post from a high school student who discusses his after-school activities with his friends and posts humorous photos an online article written by a personal trainer who is looking for new clients and who posts about client success stories an article from a university that uses advanced statistics to determine the total calorie loss for 10 different physical activities an article in an online exercise magazine written by a parent who is concerned about her child's obsession with video games

C. an article from a university that uses advanced statistics to determine the total calorie loss for 10 different physical activities

Which group is most likely planning to participate in a formal discussion? science fiction fans meeting to discuss their favorite books and movies bird-watching enthusiasts meeting to discuss their favorite national parks public-policy planners meeting to discuss changes to a state-run health program students meeting to discuss plans for the championship football game

C. public-policy planners meeting to discuss changes to a state-run health program

What evidence best supports the perspective that modern children are bored due to a lack of socializing? the locations of the desk and the TV in the two panels the boy daydreaming about summer vacation in class the boy having a remote control in his hand and missing his friends the contrast between the boy's facial expressions in school and at home

C. the boy having a remote control in his hand and missing his friends

Which examples of situational irony does Saki use to create satire? Select two options. Bertha hopes that she will not be eaten by the wolf, but she is. The wolf comes to the park to eat pigs, but eats Bertha instead. The children do not think that they are going to like the story, but they do. The aunt wants the bachelor to learn his lesson, but she learns hers instead. Bertha thinks that it is good to win medals for goodness, but the medals get her killed.

D and E The aunt wants the bachelor to learn his lesson, but she learns hers instead. Bertha thinks that it is good to win medals for goodness, but the medals get her killed.

What evidence supports the serious nature of the sonnet? Select two options. "My mistress' eyes are nothing like the sun" "If hairs be wires, black wires grow on her head." "I have seen roses damask'd, red and white" "I love to hear her speak" "And yet by heaven, I think my love as rare"

D, E "I love to hear her speak" "And yet by heaven, I think my love as rare"

Read the last two lines of Shakespeare's "Sonnet 130." And yet by heaven, I think my love as rare,As any she belied with false compare. Which context clue best supports the definition of belied as "contradicted" or "disproved"? "by heaven" "I think my love" "as rare, / As any" "false compare"

D. "false compare"

Erick is writing a research-based informative essay on the benefits of learning to code early in life. Which topic sentence most effectively introduces his essay? Coding is the best way for young people to gain an edge on experience over their peers. Coding is just one of many advantages that working with computers can offer a person in life. If you code as a young person, then you can achieve your goals more quickly than others. Coding is computer programming that, when studied at a young age, can lead to future benefits.

D. Coding is computer programming that, when studied at a young age, can lead to future benefits.

Tap out the stresses as you read line 9. Which analysis best describes the rhythm and its effect on meaning? It places equal emphasis on all syllables to create a quiet, relaxing mood. It maintains a perfect iambic pentameter with no variation for special emphasis. It breaks the iambic rhythm on the last three words to emphasis his love's sweet face. It breaks the iambic rhythm on the first two syllables, setting the demanding tone of the line.

D. It breaks the iambic rhythm on the first two syllables, setting the demanding tone of the line.

MS. CHEN. Today, we're going to discuss the issue of homework. Do students have too much? Who would like to begin? [LUISA raises her hand.] LUISA. I think students have too much, and it's become a big problem. MS. CHEN. Why do you think so, Luisa? What facts support your point of view? LUISA. Well, the National Education Association recommends two hours of homework a day. However, many students do more than that. MS. CHEN. Does anyone have another opinion? [RAYMOND raises his hand.] RAYMOND. I do. I don't think the homework load is too heavy. MS. CHEN. Why is that, Raymond? RAYMOND. According to one report, the homework load hasn't changed much since 1984. How does Ms. Chen act as a moderator in this part of the transcript? She reminds the group of the discussion rules and asks them to use a respectful tone. She helps the group handle a conflict between two or more of the participants. She provides several topics as possible options for the group to discuss. She asks the participants to clarify their viewpoints and introduce supporting facts.

D. She asks the participants to clarify their viewpoints and introduce supporting facts.

How should the moderator of the group respond to Donnie's comment? She should ask him to leave the discussion and direct the group to continue without him. She should make sure the others take note of his idea and point of view on the topic. She should provide the facts that help to support his opinion for the location of the dance. She should remind him of the rules for discussion and ask him to provide supporting information.

D. She should remind him of the rules for discussion and ask him to provide supporting information.

Which statement best explains the situational irony that occurs in the passage? The aunt wants the bachelor to tell a good story, but he does not. The bachelor fears that the children will not like his story, but they do. The bigger girl does not expect the bachelor to tell a story, but he does. The aunt does not expect the bachelor to tell a story, but he does.

D. The aunt does not expect the bachelor to tell a story, but he does.

Which statement best explains the situational irony that occurs in the passage? The aunt expects the children to laugh at the story, but they do not. The children expect their aunt to tell a funny story, but she does not. The children do not like the story, even though it is very interesting. The aunt tells a story with a moral, but the children ignore the lesson.

D. The aunt tells a story with a moral, but the children ignore the lesson.

Which statement best describes what kind of a speaker the political candidate is? The candidate is an effective speaker because she shares others' opinions and viewpoints and appeals to voters' emotions. The candidate is an effective speaker because she takes a strong position on the issue. The candidate is an ineffective speaker because she does not address her personal opinion on the state's budget concerns. The candidate is an ineffective speaker because she does not support her opinions with facts.

D. The candidate is an ineffective speaker because she does not support her opinions with facts.

Study the cartoon Our Carbon Footprint by Signe Wilkinson. How does exaggeration create meaning in this cartoon? The small flamingo and fish show the insignificance of wildlife. Many of the animals in the cartoon are covered in oil, showing the extent of the oil spill. The water is bright, showing that our effect on the environment is not as bad as seems. The enormous footprint shows the extensive damage of the oil spill to the environment.

D. The enormous footprint shows the extensive damage of the oil spill to the environment.

What is the central idea of the passage? The narrator is unwilling to admit that she no longer identifies with her religion. The narrator finds the hijab to be uncomfortable and embarrassing. The narrator resents the other students in school for pressuring her to wear a hijab. The narrator wants to be as comfortable with her identity as the other girls are with theirs.

D. The narrator wants to be as comfortable with her identity as the other girls are with theirs.

What is the primary purpose of the couplet in this sonnet? The purpose is to show the poet's belief in a grim reaper who wields a scythe. The purpose is to complete the 14 lines required to make the poem a sonnet. The purpose is to add a twist to the ideas about time described in the three quatrains. The purpose is to inspire a poem that will help the speaker's beloved become famous and live forever.

D. The purpose is to inspire a poem that will help the speaker's beloved become famous and live forever.

Summarizing the Central Idea of a Sonnet What is the best summary of the central idea of "Sonnet 130"? The speaker believes that his beloved is beautiful and amazing beyond compare. The speaker praises traditional poetry and celebrates its power to express true love. The speaker mocks the ugliness of his mistress and wants to end their relationship. The speaker says that his beloved is not like roses and other things, but she is just as amazing.

D. The speaker says that his beloved is not like roses and other things, but she is just as amazing.

How does the character of the bachelor add to the satire of "The Storyteller"? His character provides humor in the story by revealing human weaknesses. His character is greatly exaggerated to make fun of single men such as himself. He exposes the aunt's flaws by telling an improper story that occupies the children. He exposes the aunt's hypocrisy and ineffectiveness by being mean to the children.

He exposes the aunt's flaws by telling an improper story that occupies the children.

How does the characterization of the children create satire? How does the characterization of the aunt create satire?

They react happily to a death. She overreacts to the story.

What examples of irony does Saki use to create satire? Check all that apply. Bertha feels lonely. The pigs ate the flowers. Bertha is sad that she will not be tempted. Pigs are more important than flowers. The children take the silly story seriously.

Bertha is sad that she will not be tempted. Pigs are more important than flowers.

Which statement best explains the situational irony in the text? It is unexpected that the bachelor ignores the children. It is unexpected that the aunt is upset about being criticized by the bachelor. It is unexpected that the children want to hear a better story from the bachelor. It is unexpected that the bachelor becomes involved with the family and storytelling.

It is unexpected that the bachelor becomes involved with the family and storytelling.

What perspective does cartoonist John Rose put forward in this cartoon? What is the cartoonist's purpose in this cartoon?

✔ Children are bored because they do not socialize. ✔ to persuade children to socialize more often

What is the cartoonist's perspective in this cartoon? What is the cartoonist's purpose in this cartoon?

✔ Football is dangerous. ✔ to persuade us that football can be dangerous.

Use context to identify the meanings of the words underlined in the poem. dun: damask'd:

dull colored streaked

Which word best describes the smaller girl's character? What evidence supports this characterization of the smaller girl? Which word best describes the bachelor's character? What evidence supports this characterization of the bachelor?

annoying She repeats a line over and over. irritated He feels like she will repeat the line excessively.

What is the narrator's tone regarding going to school in the hijab? arrogant anxious nonchalant angry

B. anxious

Which line from the passage best supports the theme that culture can be restrictive and limit our thinking? "A dissentient opinion came from the aunt." "You have undermined the effect of years of careful teaching." "I kept them quiet for ten minutes, which was more than you were able to do." "'Unhappy woman!' he observed to himself as he walked down the platform."

"You have undermined the effect of years of careful teaching."

What is the narrator's tone regarding the other girls at school? admiring arrogant grateful condescending

A. admiring

This passage has been assigned for a group discussion to answer the question "Do students have too much homework?" How will the article be most helpful for the group? for creating an agenda for the discussion for identifying facts to support their opinions for writing questions to clarify points of view for reminding students about discussion rules

B. for identifying facts to support their opinions

What is the white space between and around panels in a graphic novel? frames gutters layouts captions

B. gutters

Which details help to reveal the plot of this story? Check all that apply. The bachelor loves the story. The aunt is telling an uninteresting story. The children think that the story makes sense. The children are rambunctious and are questioning their aunt. The aunt's story suggests that if you are good, good things will happen.

The aunt is telling an uninteresting story. The children are rambunctious and are questioning their aunt. The aunt's story suggests that if you are good, good things will happen.Which word best describes the smaller girl's character?

Which words from the text best support the narrator's heated tone? wonder, holy, and seriously fashion, Frappuccino, and hijab sadistic, masochistic, and snotty contemplating, covering, and parents

sadistic, masochistic, and snotty