ELA Cumulative Exam (80%)

In Rain Myths, what do the titles of the two myths imply about them? that the main characters in the myths have supernatural powers that the purpose of the myths is to explain a natural phenomenon that the main characters in the myths interact with powerful beings that the purpose of the myths is to explain religious beliefs

that the purpose of the myths is to explain a natural phenomenon

Read the excerpt from "Perseus." But Perseus had Hermes with him, so that the road lay open to him, and he reached that host of happy people who are always banqueting and holding joyful revelry. They showed him great kindness: they welcomed him to their feast, and the maidens dancing to the sound of flute and lyre paused to get for him the gifts he sought. This excerpt best shows the ancient Greek value of

hospitality.

Read the paragraph from The Hot Zone. C. J. knew that if people learned what this virus could do, there would be traffic jams heading out of Reston, with mothers screaming at television cameras, "Where are my children?" When he talked to the Washington Post reporters, he was careful not to discuss the more dramatic aspects of the operation. ("I thought it would not be a good idea to talk about space suits," he explained to me much later.) He was careful not to use scary military terms such as virus amplification, lethal chain of transmission, crash and bleed, or major pucker factor. The author most likely included this paragraph to

A. explain some of the reasons for downplaying the seriousness of the situation.

Which event in Amaterasu does the author include to create suspense? As a storm god, Susanowo rules the sea. Amaterasu takes the sun and hides in a cave. The other gods remain cautious as they watch. Amaterasu and peace return to the lands.

Amaterasu takes the sun and hides in a cave.

Read the paragraph. Recently, I have noticed that our student body has adopted a practice that should be avoided. Students discard a large amount of uneaten food during lunch. Everything thrown in the trash bins ends up in a landfill, which is a problem because the pollution and gases related to landfills can harm the environment. The writer uses the first sentence to point out several effects of the problem. sum up the importance of the problem. propose a solution. express a viewpoint.

Express a viewpoint

Which excerpt from the introduction to A state of War and Peace contains subjective language? Most awards raise a cacophony of sentiment, from praise and admiration to protests or just plain head-scratching. Mohandas Gandhi's name is virtually synonymous with peace, and yet, after five nominations, he was never given the award, which is unjust. We know Nobel's relationship with Countess Bertha von Suttner (née Kinsky), a peace campaigner, had a huge effect. This book will look at the history of the Nobel Peace Prize and the debate surrounding it.

Mohandas Gandhi's name is virtually synonymous with peace, and yet, after five nominations, he was never given the award, which is unjust.

In Rain Myths, "The Chinese Rain-Master" and "The Madagascan Myth" both feature rewards for good behavior. penalties for bad behavior. family values. origin stories.

origin stories.

Read the excerpt from Part 2 of The Odyssey. Neither reply nor pity came from him,but in one stride he clutched at my companionsand caught two in his hands like squirming puppiesto beat their brains out, spattering the floor. What does the simile add to the passage? Check all that apply. a description of the Cyclops' home a comparison between Odysseus and his men an image of helplessness a visual image of the Cyclops' pets a comparison between the men and innocent animals

C and E

Read the paragraph. (1) Owning a pet is popular in the United States. (2) For example, an estimated 83 million people own dogs and about 95 million own cats. (3) However, only about twenty percent of people choose to adopt their pet from a shelter. (4) Specifically, that's about 3-4 million cats and dogs who are adopted each year from shelters. (5) Finally, 6-8 million enter shelters. Which transition in the paragraph should be revised?

Revise "finally" at the beginning of Sentence 5.

Examine the following PSA. Which elements are included in this PSA? Check all that apply. a fact or statistic a chart or diagram a call to action a personal testimonial a strong, memorable image

A fact, statistic. A call to action a strong, memorable action

Read the sentence. Hearing the key in the lock, the delighted dog dashed to the front door. How is the underlined prepositional phrase used in the sentence? as an adjectival phrase as an adverbial phrase as a noun phrase as a verb phrase

as an adverbial phrase

Read the excerpt from "Dwaina Brooks." Dwaina's sisters, Stephanie, sixteen, and Crystal, nine, already had aprons tied around their waists. Dwaina turned on the radio, and they all formed an assembly line and dug in. Gail threw chicken into three skillets and got them all going at once. Dwaina slapped meat on open slices of bread and covered them with mayo. Crystal wrapped sandwiches and stuffed sacks. Dwaina looked on proudly as the corner of the kitchen began to fill up with sacks. It looked like a lot of meals. The author's words evoke a sense of satisfaction. surprise. resentment. confusion.

Satisfaction

Read the excerpt from Part 2 of "To Build a Fire." A certain fear of death, dull and oppressive, came to him. This fear quickly became poignant as he realized that it was no longer a mere matter of freezing his fingers and toes, or of losing his hands and feet, but that it was a matter of life and death with the chances against him. This threw him into a panic, and he turned and ran up the creek bed along the old, dim trail. The dog joined in behind and kept up with him. He ran blindly, without intention, in fear such as he had never known in his life. How does this conflict affect the plot? The man runs with renewed vigor and safely returns. The man becomes weak and resigns himself to death. The man is gripped with fear and returns to build his fire. The man sustains an injury and hobbles weakly to camp.

The man is gripped with fear and returns to build his fire.

An effective moderator of a group discussion tells participants what they should say. encourages contention and disorder. introduces personal opinions into the discussion. helps the group remember the rules of discussion.

helps the group remember the rules of discussion.

Which best describes the author's purpose in "Dwaina Brooks"? to inform readers about a historical event to persuade readers of a specific point of view to instruct readers about how to complete a task to inspire readers with a story about kindness

to inform readers about a historical event

Read the excerpt from Part 3 of The Odyssey by Homer. They scrambled to their places by the rowlocksand all in line dipped oars in the gray sea.But soon an offshore breeze blew to our liking—a canvas-bellying breeze, a lusty shipmate sentby the singing nymph with sunbright hair.So we made fast the braces, and we rested,letting the wind and steersman work the ship. Based on the excerpt, readers can conclude that Odysseus (the speaker) keeps detailed records of the changing weather. credits the singing nymph for the favorable wind. enjoys the company of the new man aboard his ship. follows the orders issued by the ship's steersman.

credits the singing nymph for the favorable wind.

Read the excerpt from A State of War and Peace. This book will examine the intentions of the man who established the prizes, Alfred Nobel. He was famous for inventing dynamite and other explosives, and at the time of his death had ninety weapons factories around the world, so there is a lack of consensus as to how far his pacifist convictions went. Which best describes the problem presented in this excerpt? Alfred Nobel may not be the actual person who created the prizes. Alfred Nobel's personal beliefs seem to contradict the purpose of the prizes. Alfred Nobel's original goal was to give prizes to his business associates. Alfred Nobel may have developed the prizes against his will.

B

The Odyssey - Amphimedon shows that Greek society valued loyalty because of the way the suitors treat Penelope. Penelope treats the suitors. Amphimedon treats Agamemnon. Agamemnon treats Amphimedon.

B

Which excerpt from The Odyssey demonstrate the importance of loyalty in Greek society? "O Father, all my life like your fameas a fighting man has echoed in my ears" "Suppose Athena's arm is over us, and Zeusher father's, must I rack my brains for more?" But when he knew he heardOdysseus' voice nearby, he did his best to wag his tail Odysseus only shook his head, containingthoughts of bloody work, as he walked on

"O Father, all my life like your fameas a fighting man has echoed in my ears"

Read the excerpt from The Odyssey. Now Zeus the lord of cloud roused in the northa storm against the ships, and driving veilsof squall moved down like night on land and sea.The bows went plunging at the gust; sailscracked and lashed out strips in the big wind.We saw death in that fury, dropped the yards,unshipped the oars, and pulled for the nearest lee:then two long days and nights we lay offshoreworn out and sick at heart, tasting our grief,until a third Dawn came with ringlets shining.Then we put up our masts, hauled sail, and rested,letting the steersmen and the breeze take over. Which elements of epic poetry are shown in this excerpt? Check all that apply.

1,3

Read the excerpt from The Odyssey. 'O hear me, lord, blue girdler of the islands,if I am thine indeed, and thou art father:grant that Odysseus, raider of cities, neversee his home: Laertes' son, I mean,who kept his hail on Ithaca. Should destinyintend that he shall see his roof againamong his family in his father land,far be that day, and dark the years between.Let him lose all companions, and returnunder strange sail to bitter days at home.' What motivates the Cyclops to ask Poseidon for the demise of Odysseus and all his men? Check all that apply. He hates all the Greeks because they destroyed Troy. He wants revenge for the loss of his eye. He thinks all of mankind is weak and feeble. He is angered by Odysseus's taunts.

2,4

Read the passage from Heracles. In Mesopotamian literature, Gilgamesh is a hero whose feats are reminiscent of the labors of Heracles. Like Heracles, Gilgamesh is a demigod who possesses supernatural strength and great courage. But he too misuses his extraordinary gifts. At the outset, Gilgamesh is a disgraceful king, who oppresses his people and is only interested only in his own pleasures. The Epic of Gilgamesh, one of the earliest surviving works of literature, follows his exploits. In his first quest, Gilgamesh is unafraid of death and, seeking glory, gets into a deadly confrontation with Humbaba, a great forest demon. After the painful death of his best friend, Enkidu, Gilgamesh grows bitter that only the gods may live eternally. Thus, his second quest is propelled by a fear of death. The last three sentences are supporting details because they provide examples. express the author's point. provide facts. contrast with the author's point.

A

Which best compares the authors' purposes in Silent Spring and "Save the Redwoods"?

Both authors intend to convince readers of their viewpoint.

Which statement should be revised for a more formal tone? Poseidon, god of the sea, and Athena, goddess of war, fought for the city of Athens. Poseidon threw his spear, which produced the Spring of Acropolis. Amaltheia was kind of like a goat who fed Zeus, which Zeus was really happy about. In fact, he turned the goat's horn into the horn of plenty. Chronos was the ancient Greek symbol of time. His appearance, a wise old man with a long beard, is similar to a current symbol, Father Time. Sisyphus displeased the gods by disclosing secrets. He found himself forced to roll a heavy stone uphill, only to see it roll back once it reached the peak.

C

Read the excerpt from "Binding Memories." "Ah, the romantic soul!"said my parents skeptically,worried that my business would fail,that I was behind the times. Based on this stanza, how do the speaker's parents feel about her decision to pursue book publishing? They wish the speaker did not have such an active imagination. They want the speaker to build a large and successful company. They want the speaker to help her family through her work. They wish the speaker would choose a more reliable profession.

D

Which difficulties provided challenges during the Klondike Gold Rush, as depicted in "To Build a Fire"? Check all that apply. harsh weather little experience deep snow steep trails dirty hotels no communication

Harsh weather. Little experience. Deep snow. Steep trails. No communication.

Read the excerpt from "Dwaina Brooks." Coupons helped cut the prices for sandwich wrapping, cookies, and mayonnaise. Dwaina's uncle got them discount lunch meats from the store where he used to work. Thursday night was bargain night at the bakery in nearby Lancaster. They drove away with six big loaves of day-old bread for $1.78. "Mama, do you think anyone at the shelter will really eat day-old bread?" Dwaina asked. "We eat it," Gail replied. "If it don't kill us, it won't kill them." The baker gave them twenty free boxes, too, when he heard how they would be used. Dwaina's aunts and uncles brought over huge sacks of chips and big bottles of salad dressing. What idea is emphasized through repetition? Dwaina was overwhelmed and unsure what to do with the additional food. Many people in the community were nervous about helping Dwaina. Dwaina wanted to make the meals without help from the community. Many people in the community contributed to Dwaina's cause in their own way.

Many people in the community contributed to Dwaina's cause in their own way.

Read the excerpt from "Perseus." He was bound, although he did not know it, to the blessed country of the Hyperboreans, at the back of the North Wind, of which it is said: "Neither by ship nor yet by land shall one find the wondrous road to the gathering place of the Hyperboreans." But Perseus had Hermes with him, so that the road lay open to him, and he reached that host of happy people who are always banqueting and holding joyful revelry. They showed him great kindness: they welcomed him to their feast, and the maidens dancing to the sound of flute and lyre paused to get for him the gifts he sought. What aspects of Greek life are reflected in the excerpt? Select four responses. People traveled by boat and roads. Animals were sacrificed to the gods. People held feasts to celebrate. Music was part of celebrations. Girls danced to music at feasts. Feasts were religious in nature.

People traveled by boat and roads. People held feasts to celebrate. Music was part of celebrations. Girls danced to music at feasts.

Which blog statement is an example of a claim? Studies show that children with household animals do well in school. My favorite childhood memory is showing my goat at the state fair. Raising chickens is a meaningful way to teach kids responsibility. Plymouth Rock chickens are a popular breed in the United States.

Raising chickens is a meaningful way to teach kids responsibility.

Which sentence contains the best example of descriptive details? The apartment shuddered under the onslaught of the howling wind. They were about to move into the new apartment building last week. In preparation for the move to the apartment, they had to pack first. Inside the apartment, there was a lot to do to make it habitable.

The apartment shuddered under the onslaught of the howling wind.

Read the excerpt from a discussion of themes in The Odyssey - Penelope. Throughout Penelope's encounter with the disguised Odysseus, she demonstrates how loyal she has been to him during his long absence. What is the best way to summarize the theme being discussed? The character of Penelope is very loyal. Odysseus deserves Penelope's loyalty. Relationships are often made of loyalty. Loyalty is the key to lasting relationships.

The character of Penelope is very loyal.

Look at the painting. Which conclusion about this painting is most appropriate given its details?

The women's body language and bright clothing create a sense of exuberance and movement.

Read the excerpt from The Odyssey. Now Zeus the lord of cloud roused in the northa storm against the ships, and driving veilsof squall moved down like night on land and sea.The bows went plunging at the gust; sailscracked and lashed out strips in the big wind.We saw death in that fury, dropped the yards,unshipped the oars, and pulled for the nearest lee:then two long days and nights we lay offshoreworn out and sick at heart, tasting our grief,until a third Dawn came with ringlets shining. What does this excerpt most suggest about the beliefs of the ancient Greeks?

They believed that the gods often punished people for acting badly.

Read the sentence. The squirrel reached for the birdfeeder, for he saw it was filled with an abundance of sunflower seeds. The word for in the sentence is used as both a gerund and an adverb. a noun and an adjective. a preposition and a conjunction. a verb and a demonstrative article.

a preposition and a conjunction.

Read the passage from Heracles. In both ancient Greek and Mesopotamian mythology, angering a god brought about dire consequences. In Heracles's case, he attracted Hera's wrath simply by being the illegitimate son of her husband, Zeus. Gilgamesh's troubles magnify when the goddess Ishtar falls in love with and is spurned by him. She begs her father to unleash the Bull of Heaven. With each breath, the Bull causes the ground to open up and swallow hundreds of people. Gilgamesh and Enkidu slay the bull, resulting in the gods' decision that one of them—Enkidu—must die. These stories instilled the message that to keep away the forces of chaos, one needed to give the gods what they wanted. This meant worshipping the gods and tending to their temples on a daily basis. The author gives the details of Heracles's and Gilgamesh's interaction with the gods to show that although the specific gods involved differed, the overall results were the same. because the specific gods involved differed, the overall results were different. because Heracles and Gilgamesh lived in different places, they experienced similar results. although Heracles and Gilgamesh lived in different places, they experienced different results.

although the specific gods involved differed, the overall results were the same

Read the excerpt from A State of War and Peace. As soon as his nomination was announced, President Obama's critics pointed out the irony of choosing this leader, who at the time was in the middle of wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Since he was conferred the prize in 2009, there have been calls for Obama to give back the Peace Prize, given his push to use force against Syria, with or without a U.N. Security Council resolution, and his drone use in the Middle East. Which signal words from the excerpt indicate a sequence? as soon as to give back with or without conferred the prize

as soon as

Look at the image and read the caption. Caption: This is an image of a woman wearing a crinoline in the 1850s created by cartoonist George Cruikshank. How does this image help the reader to better understand Chapter 3 of Wheels of Change? by showing what women were expected to wear while cycling by showing how some women advocated against cycling by showing how large and unwieldy women's clothing could be by showing what a woman's dress with bloomers looked like

c. by showing how large and unwieldy women's clothing could be

Read the excerpt from "Dwaina Brooks." Dwaina tore into the house that night after school and found her mother, Gail. As usual, she was in the kitchen. "Mama," Dwaina said. "I neeterm-45d you to help me fix some stuff to take down to that shelter we call at school. Let's make up as much as we can. Sandwiches and chicken. Let's get everyone to do it. C'mon." In this excerpt, Dwaina's words and actions reveal that she is overbearing. gentle. carefree. determined.

determined

Examine the following PSA. The main purpose of this PSA is to persuade people to join the Peace Corps. learn about the Peace Corps. travel and study overseas. volunteer more frequently.

join the Peace Corps.

Read the excerpt from "Say No to GM Food." These unknown consequences have kept many countries in need of a larger food supply steering clear of importing large amounts of GM food or growing the crops on their soil. Kenya, a country with a known food deficit, has banned GM crops entirely. What is the best meaning of "deficit" in this sentence? inventory process lack issue

lack

Read the excerpt from A State of War and Peace. Most awards raise a cacophony of sentiment, from praise and admiration to protests or just plain head-scratching. In the entertainment industry, the Academy Awards regularly elicit outrage. Which word from this excerpt has a positive connotation? regularly praise industry sentiment

praise

Read the excerpt from "The Scarlet Ibis." That summer, the summer of 1918, was blighted. In May and June there was no rain and the crops withered, curled up, then died under the thirsty sun. One morning in July a hurricane came out of the east, tipping over the oaks in the yard and splitting the limbs of the elm trees. That afternoon it roared back out of the west, blew the fallen oaks around, snapping their roots and tearing them out of the earth like a hawk at the entrails of a chicken. Cotton bolls were wrenched from the stalks and lay like green walnuts in the valleys between the rows, while the cornfield leaned over uniformly so that the tassels touched the ground. Doodle and I followed Daddy out into the cotton field, where he stood, shoulders sagging, surveying the ruin. When his chin sank down onto his chest, we were frightened, and Doodle slipped his hand into mine. Suddenly Daddy straightened his shoulders, raised his giant knuckly fist, and with a voice that seemed to rumble out of the earth itself began cursing heaven, hell, the weather, and the Republican Party. Doodle and I, prodding each other and giggling, went back to the house, knowing that everything would be all right. Which phrases are examples of sensory imagery that make the details of the setting more vivid? Check all that apply. crops withered, curled up, then died under the thirsty sun morning in July a hurricane came out of the east snapping their roots and tearing them out of the earth a voice that seemed to rumble out of the earth itself prodding each other and giggling, went back to the house

"crops withered, curled up, then died under the thirsty sun" "morning in July a hurricane came out of the east snapping their roots and tearing them out of the earth" "a voice that seemed to rumble out of the earth itself"

In Amaterasu, how do Susanowo's actions affect the advancement of the plot? He causes the other gods to gather. He causes Amaterasu to take away the sun. He causes the other gods to celebrate. He causes Amaterasu to force evil to retreat.

He causes Amaterasu to take away the sun.

Which excerpt from "Binding Memories" contains imagery that helps the reader understand why the speaker loves books? No matter how many were printed,there was only one copy like mine. I stole—well, borrowed—the shoe box of letters I'm glad I'm a "romantic soul,"that my work is worthwhile. I cherished the musty smell of the paper,the permanence of the deep black ink,

I cherished the musty smell of the paper,the permanence of the deep black ink,

Read the excerpt from Chapter 4 of Wheels of Change. Annie Londonderry wasn't the only one who pushed the limits of time and distance on her two-wheeler. In the late 1890s, several women took the concept of riding a century—100 miles—to the extreme by peeling off two, three, four, or more centuries in a row. Perhaps the greatest female century rider performed outside the spotlight. Dora Rinehart's exploits hardly ever were reported beyond the western United States, where the Colorado native earned the title "America's Greatest Cyclienne." Rinehart took up the bicycle to regain her strength after suffering scarlet fever. She started with short rides, but quickly built up her endurance. In 1896 alone, she pedaled 17,196 miles, more than any other woman in the United States. That included stretches of 10 days in July and 20 days from October 31 through November 19 when she rode a century every day. Which statement from the excerpt is subjective? Perhaps the greatest female century rider performed outside the spotlight. Rinehart took up the bicycle to regain her strength after suffering scarlet fever. In 1896 alone, she pedaled 17,196 miles, more than any other woman in the United States. That included stretches of 10 days in July and 20 days from October 31 through November 19 when she rode a century every day.

Perhaps the greatest female century rider performed outside the spotlight.

Read the excerpt from the Haida creation myth. But in Raven's travels, he saw that there was no one to take care of the earth. He landed on a beach and stopped to think about how to solve this problem. Nearby, he saw a huge clam shell—it seemed to be making noise! Curiously, Raven approached and saw a group of tiny creatures in the shell. Read the excerpt from the Maori creation myth. Tû's descendants became the Mâori, the humans who are able to master anything that they decide to conquer: the forest, the sea, the food, and the earth. Only Tawhiri escapes Tû's wrath, and still today the Mâori battle against the hurricanes he sends from above. Based on these excerpts, how do the Haida and Maori cultures view the relationship between humans and the environment? The Haida believe they exist to serve nature, while the Maori believe they must live in harmony with their surroundings. The Haida believe they must overcome the elements of nature, while the Maori believe they must be kind to their surroundings. The Haida believe they created their surroundings, while the Maori believe they are more powerful than nature. The Haida believe they were picked to be responsible for the earth, while the Maori see themselves in conflict with nature.

The Haida believe they created their surroundings, while the Maori believe they are more powerful than nature.

Read the excerpt from Iqbal. "It means that this kind of life isn't right. We should return to our families; we shouldn't be chained to our looms and forced to work like slaves." "I'd like to go home, too," I said, "but we can't." "Why not?" "Because . . . because . . . ," burst in Salman, "because the master is stronger than us. Because it's always been like this. Because nobody cares about us." "We'll find somebody to help us. Out there. There must be someone." In this excerpt, the author uses words to characterize Iqbal as someone who rescues others. causes problems for others. encourages others. uses schemes to trick others.

encourages others.

Read the excerpt from "Binding Memories." Bound by a spinestrong enough to hold entire worldsof information and dreams,history and invention. The speaker's words reveal her resolve to write her own book. enthusiasm for reading every book. reverence for the written word. admiration of famous authors.

resolve to write her own book.

What must writers do when using language taken directly from an outside source? Check all that apply.

restate the text or main idea in their own words use quotation marks around the author's words cite the source after the direct quotation is used

Which best describes the purpose of Chapter 1 of Wheels of Change? to inform readers about the specific benefits of cycling to convince readers that they should try cycling to educate readers about the beginning of cycling to entertain readers with a story about cycling

to educate readers about the beginning of cycling