english 11 loua

Which of the following paraphrases best represents the meaning of lines 18-19 from its context: "Thus, though all men be not fishers: yet all men, whatsoever, may be in other matters do as well."

"Fishermen make a great living in America, but they are just an example; all trades can make a profit in America."

In line 58, de Crevecoeur quotes a Latin motto that translates, "where there is bread, there is my homeland." Keeping in mind the context, which of the following choices best explains this quote?

A homeland allows its people to provide for their families.

In lines 13-14, Smith states that: "If a man work but three days in seven, he may get more than he can spend, unless he will be excessive." From the context, his point is that

Americans can make enough money in just three days of work to fulfill their needs.

Why does Cornplanter likely refer to President Washington as "the great Councillor of the thirteen fires"?

Because Washington was President of the 13 colonies

Why does de Crevecoeur argue that America is a better place for "men of middle stations, or labourers" (line 116-117) than for the rich?

Because a little bit of money can go a long way in America.

Prior to the arrival of Europeans, America had one culture and religion.

False

The Book of Proverbs recommends capricious behavior for righteous living.

False

Who is called "Town-destroyer"?

George Washington

In lines 1-14, de Crevecoeur offers all of the following reasons for why an "enlightened Englishman" should "greatly rejoice" upon seeing America EXCEPT

He brought his own natural genius, the embryos of art and science and ingenuity.

Lines 16-39 present evidence in support of the author's assertion in line 18 that "here [in America] are no courts, no kings, no bishops, no ecclesiastical dominion, no inside power." From lines 16-39, all of the following are given as evidence to support he claim in line 18 EXCEPT

In America, the people toil to serve great lords.

What set of words will properly complete this sentence? __________ behavior from her children can lead to a mother's __________ and frustration.

Indolent, petulance

Line 58 begins with a question: "What then is this American, this new man?" Which of the following is NOT one of the answers provided by the author?

One who believes he will strike it rich.

Based on the context, the word "schemes" and "designs" in lines 120-121 implies which of the following?

That America is a great place for visionaries.

Which of the below statements best represents what de Crevecoeur means in line 100, when he declares that there is "room for everybody in America"?

There are many means of employment.

The author says that people from all over Europe have settled in America, yet two-thirds of them had "no country" (line 45). Looking at lines 58-78, the author gives all the following reasons for saying that these immigrants to American had "no country" EXCEPT

They come from countries with prosperous economies, unlike America.

What is the main purpose of paragraph 2 ("When you kindled" to "all ours")?

To offer historical context

For young people to come to America and succeed, the most "necessary" (line 37) thing for them to have is ___________.

a master under whom they can apprentice to learn a trade

This module of study on the Puritans will discuss the __________ reputation of Puritans because their basic, simple, religious lifestyle is an important part of colonial history.

ascetic

Kari requested a large, __________ vacation rental for the family reunion.

commodious

Match the synonyms: polemic vicissitude indubitable

controversial mutability unquestionable

Is an anathema diabolical or ethereal?

diabolical

The __________ bubbles floated along in the wind for just a few moment

evanescent

A torpid approach to your LUOA assignments will be very helpful in meeting deadlines.

false

English colonists brought their own mix of religions, but none were Presbyterian.

false

Jean de Brebuf was an early French fur trader who is remembered for how he swindled the Native peoples.

false

The Native Americans understood the European desire for owning land.

false

Very few European missionaries were motivated by a true sense of spiritual mission.

false

Lines 27-30 focus on the ease of ___________ in America.

hunting

Complete this analogy: intrinsic : accidental :: industrious :

indolent

Complete this analogy: predilection : aversion :: allow :

obviate

To what does the "that" in line 7 refer?

pleasure (line 6)

Complete this analogy: scintillating : vivacious :: closeness :

propinquity

Match the synonyms: dearth epoch ignominious

scarce period shameful

Would you likely enjoy a scintillating or imperious friend?

scintillating

Choose the correct word to complete this quote from The Scarlett Letter using context and your knowledge of your vocab words. "Satan dropped it there, I take it, intending a __________ jest against your reverence."

scurrilous

Cornplanter's wife and children died from

starvation

Even though Cornplanter asks if Washington plans to "leave us . . . any land to till," he also notes that the land is not Washington's to give because

the land was provided by God to the Senecas.

During the early years of settlement, there was much controversy and debate over how to best relate to the Native peoples.

true

If you don't have medical training, a diagnosis can seem very abstruse and convoluted.

true

Much of the first missionary work in the Americas was done by Spanish and French Catholics.

true

Pope Paul III made the important declaration that Indians were human beings with souls capable of being saved.

true

Some colonial settlers had positive relations with Native peoples.

true

When Europeans entered the Americas, most assumed that the Native peoples had no culture or religion at all.

true

The __________ toddler had a difficult time sitting still on the extended airplane ride.

vivacious