English Test #1
Which excerpt from The Crisis, Number I contains a simile? "These are the times that try men's souls." "Tyranny, like hell, is not easily conquered." "What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly." "It is dearness only that gives everything its value."
B.
How does Jefferson support his major premise in the body of the Declaration of Independence? A. He lists the abuses the colonies have suffered under British rule. B. He explains that retaliation is necessary to teach the British a lesson. C. He reveals the signatures of delegates from each colony. D. He lists the colonists' future demands for British protection.
A.
In the introduction of the Declaration of Independence, Jefferson explains the way a government should function. In the body of the document, A. he illustrates how the king of England is not living up to these expectations. B. he describes how each specific branch of Britain's monarchy should operate. C. he illustrates the steps the colonies will take to overthrow the king. D. he describes the steps the king must take to maintain the colonies.
A.
Jefferson aimed to unite the colonists in writing the Declaration of Independence. How does the structure of the document support his purpose? A. He concludes by stating that representatives from all thirteen colonies support the document. B. He concludes by clearly defining each colonist's responsibility in the rebellion. C. He concludes by listing all of the colonists' grievances against the king. D. He concludes by explaining that rebellion will not work unless all of the colonists join the cause.
A.
Jefferson begins the introduction to the Declaration of Independence by stating his major premise and giving examples, and then explains A. the relationship between the colonies and Britain. B. the unalienable rights of all people. C. that governments should always represent their people. D. that the colonies will go to war against Britain.
A.
Read the excerpt from "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God." The devil is waiting for them, hell is gaping for them, the flames gather and flash about them, and would fain lay hold on them, and swallow them up; the fire pent up in their own hearts is struggling to break out; and they have no interest in any Mediator, there are no means within reach that can be any security to them. In short, they have no refuge, nothing to take hold of. Which word has a similar connotation to the word "swallow" in this excerpt? A. devour B. taste C. invite D. betray
A.
Read the excerpt from "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God." Yea, God is a great deal more angry with great numbers that are now on earth; yea, doubtless with many that are now in this congregation, who it may be are at ease, than he is with many of those that are now in the flames of hell. What does this excerpt suggest about Edwards's opinion of society? A. He feels society in general, including many members of the congregation, is more sinful now than ever. B. He feels society in general is more sinful now than it ever was, but members of the congregation can be at ease because they are saved. C. He feels society in general is less sinful than it ever was, and members of the congregation can feel confident that they are saved. D. He feels society in general is less sinful than it has been, but many members of the congregation are damned.
A.
Read the excerpt from Common Sense. "Every day wears out the little remains of kindred between us and them, and can there be any reason to hope, that as the relationship expires, the affection will increase, or that we shall agree better, when we have ten times more and greater concerns to quarrel over than ever?" The word "expires" tells the reader that Paine believed the colonies' separation from Britain was A. inevitable. B. concerning. C. dangerous. D. fixable.
A.
Read the excerpt from Common Sense. "Some Massanello may hereafter arise, who, laying hold of popular disquietudes, may collect together the desperate and the discontented, and by assuming to themselves the powers of government may sweep away the liberties of the continent like a deluge." In the excerpt, Paine compares a deluge—a torrential downpour—to the actions of a group of men to illustrate their force. intentions. numbers. pride.
A.
Read the excerpt from Common Sense. "Ye that oppose independence now, ye know not what ye do; ye are opening a door to eternal tyranny by keeping vacant the seat of government." Paine repeats the word "ye" in order to grab the attention of colonists who may not understand the urgency of his cause. encourage readers to take up arms against colonists who agree with the king. ask the king directly to allow the colonies to be represented in Parliament. scold the colonists for their refusal to fight for an important cause.
A.
Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number I. "My own line of reasoning is to myself as straight and clear as a ray of light." Paine most likely uses this language to convince his audience that he is completely confident in his reasoning. his reasoning is supported by many others. his reasoning is influenced by the laws of nature. their reasoning is flawed if they disagree with him.
A.
Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number I. "Let it be told to the future world, that in the depth of winter, when nothing but hope and virtue could survive, that the city and the country, alarmed at one common danger, came forth to meet and to repulse it." In this excerpt, Paine uses hyperbole to A. inspire his readers to persevere. B. warn readers of the difficulties ahead. C. teach readers how to survive cold weather. D. describe the sacrifices readers must make.
A.
A _________________________ has two or more independent clauses without any punctuation between.
fused sentence
Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number II, by Thomas Paine. "The character you appear to us in, is truly ridiculous. Your friends, the Tories, announced your coming, with high descriptions of your unlimited powers; but your proclamation has given them the lie, by showing you to be a commissioner without authority. Had your powers been ever so great they were nothing to us, further than we pleased; because we had the same right which other nations had, to do what we thought was best. 'The UNITED STATES of AMERICA,' will sound as pompously in the world or in history, as 'the kingdom of Great Britain'; the character of General Washington will fill a page with as much lustre as that of Lord Howe: and the Congress have as much right to command the king and Parliament in London to desist from legislation, as they or you have to command the Congress. Only suppose how laughable such an edict would appear from us, and then, in that merry mood, do but turn the tables upon yourself, and you will see how your proclamation is received here." Which statement best describes this excerpt? It contains sentences with varied structures. It contains sentences with similar structures. It contains mostly run-on sentences. It contains fused sentences and comma splices.
A.
Read the excerpt from the The Crisis, Number I. "Not a man lives on the continent but fully believes that a separation must some time or other finally take place." Which best describes Paine's use of figurative language in this excerpt? A. Paine uses hyperbole to emphasize that there is strong colonial support for American independence. B. Paine uses metaphor to illustrate why America must gain independence from Britain. C. Paine uses hyperbole to describe the ways in which independence will benefit most of the colonists. D. Paine uses metaphor to express the fact that the majority of colonists believe in American independence.
A.
Read the information below. ØErin enjoys dancing ØErin's favorite dance is the Lindy Hop Which is the best way to combine this information into a grammatically correct sentence? Erin enjoys dancing, and her favorite dance is the Lindy Hop. Erin enjoys dancing, her favorite dance is the Lindy Hop. Erin, who enjoys dancing, her favorite dance is the Lindy Hop. Erin, enjoys dancing and her favorite dance is the Lindy Hop.
A.
Read the paragraph. [1] Cory tried out for his school play, Rumors, by Neil Simon. [2] Cory got the part of "Ken." [3] Cory attended rehearsal every day after school, and he practiced his lines every night. [4] Cory was fantastic on opening night. [5] Cory made the audience laugh! Why does this paragraph lack sentence variety? Each sentence begins with the subject. Each sentence begins with a dependent clause. Each sentence begins with a prepositional phrase. Each sentence begins with the predicate.
A.
Read the paragraph. [1] Thomas Jefferson was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence. [2] Jefferson began writing in early June of 1776, and he took three weeks to finish the first draft. [3] The delegates of the Second Continental Congress reviewed the document during the last week of June. Which is the best way to revise sentence 2 to improve sentence variety in the paragraph? In early June 1776, Jefferson began writing, and he took three weeks to finish the first draft. Jefferson, who began writing in early June 1776, took three weeks to finish the first draft. The first draft, which Jefferson began writing in early June 1776, took him three weeks. Jefferson took three weeks to finish the first draft, which he began writing in early June 1776.
A.
Read the paragraph. Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) was born in Hyde Park, New York. He was the thirty-second president of the United States. He was the only president ever to be elected four times. FDR was the president during the Great Depression and World War II. He was the architect of the New Deal. The New Deal was a domestic program that provided economic relief and significant reforms in industry, finance, and housing. Which is the best way to improve this paragraph's sentence fluency? Vary the sentence patterns. Shorten the sentences. Correct the sentence fragments. Fix the comma splice.
A.
Read this excerpt from "The World on Turtle's Back." In the Sky-World was a man who aimed to please his pregnant wife. His wife told him that she wanted some bark from the roots of the Great Tree. Though the husband knew it was wrong, he dug up the roots of the tree for his wife. In doing so, he broke a hole in the floor of the Sky-World, and was shocked to find empty space underneath. He was terrified and told his wife what he did. Which words in this excerpt support the idea that the husband was very devoted to his wife? A. Though the husband knew it was wrong, he dug up the roots B. [he] was shocked to find empty space C. he broke a hole in the floor of the Sky-World D. He . . . told his wife what he did
A.
Read this excerpt from "The World on Turtle's Back." The right-handed twin accused his brother of murdering their mother and their quarrels continued until it was time to bury their mother. With the help of their grandmother, they made her a grave. From her head grew the three sister plants, corn, beans, and squash. From her heart grew tobacco, which people still use to give thanks in ceremony. She is called "our mother" and the people dance and sing to her to make the plants grow. The excerpt suggests that the Iroquois believed that A. sometimes good can come from tragedy. B. mothers should be worshiped as goddesses. C. corn, beans, and squash are essential for life. D. dancing and singing can make plants grow.
A.
Read this excerpt from "The World on Turtle's Back." These two brothers had creative powers, and with these powers they took clay and modeled it into animals. They used these animals to contend with one another. Each brother created a more powerful or more cunning animal than the next. They also created fruits, plants, and medicines for good and for evil. Finally, the right-handed twin made man. It is unknown whether or not the left-handed twin assisted in the creation of man. Man was the right-handed twin's favorite creation. How does this support the idea that "The World on Turtle's Back" is a creation myth? A. It explains the origin of people, animals, and plants. B. It describes the rivalry between the two brothers. C. It shows that animals and plants can represent good or evil. D. It confirms that man was the right-handed twin's favorite animal.
A.
Read this excerpt from the Declaration of Independence. "Such has been the patient sufferance of these Colonies; and such is now the necessity which constrains them to alter their former Systems of Government. The history of the present King of Great Britain is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations, all having in direct object the establishment of an absolute Tyranny over these States." Which statement best describes the excerpt? A. This is the minor premise of the Declaration of Independence. B. This is the major premise of the Declaration of Independence. C. This is the evidence presented in the Declaration of Independence. D. This is the conclusion of the Declaration of Independence.
A.
Read this excerpt from the Declaration of Independence. "We have warned them from time to time of attempts by their legislature to extend an unwarrantable jurisdiction over us. We have reminded them of the circumstances of our emigration and settlement here. We have appealed to their native justice and magnanimity, and we have conjured them by the ties of our common kindred to disavow these usurpations, which, would inevitably interrupt our connections and correspondence. They too have been deaf to the voice of justice and of consanguinity. We must, therefore, acquiesce in the necessity, which denounces our Separation, and hold them, as we hold the rest of mankind, Enemies in War, in Peace Friends." Which best describes the colonists' view of their relationship with the British government? A. The colonists have demanded fair treatment from the British government many times, and they believe separating from Britain is their last resort. B. The colonists will continue to demand fair treatment from the British government until they receive what they are asking for. C. The colonists view the British as friends, and they do not want to rebel against the British government. D. The colonists are eager to go to war with the British as punishment for their unjust treatment of the colonies.
A.
Which best describes how Jefferson organizes his argument in the body of the Declaration of Independence? A. by listing the ways in which the King of England has oppressed the colonists B. by listing the colonists' tactics to rebel against the King of England C. by listing the changes the King must make in order to appease the colonies D. by listing the many benefits that the colonists will gain through liberation
A.
Which best describes the structure of the Declaration of Independence? A. introduction and thesis › list of reasons why the British government is oppressive › conclusion that the colonies must separate B. list of evidence against the British government › thesis that colonies should separate › conclusion that war is inevitable C. introduction about the causes of oppression › list of the causes and effects of British rule › summary of the list of the causes and effects D. list of the characteristics of a just government › ways in which the British government has not met these standards › thesis that the colonies must separate
A.
Which image is used throughout "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" to provoke fear in the audience? A. fire B. arrows C. insects D. serpents
A.
Which of the following is written correctly? In June 1776, Thomas Jefferson wrote the first draft of the Declaration of Independence, and it was formally adopted by Congress on July 4 of that year. In June 1776, Thomas Jefferson wrote the first draft of the Declaration of Independence, it was formally adopted by Congress on July 4 of that year. In June 1776, Thomas Jefferson wrote the first draft of the Declaration of Independence that was formally adopted by Congress on July 4 of that year. In June 1776, Thomas Jefferson wrote the first draft of the Declaration of Independence, it was formally adopted by Congress; on July 4 of that year.
A.
Which sentence contains a comma splice? Marco rode to school on his bicycle this morning, he arrived an hour early. Marco, who enjoys riding his bicycle to school, arrived just before the bell today. Marco rode to school on his bicycle on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Marco, who rode to school on his bicycle this morning, arrived an hour early.
A.
Enlightenment thinking placed value on scientific knowledge and thought. Based on "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God," which best describes the relationship between Enlightenment thinking and the thinking of Edwards's followers? A. The beliefs of the two groups were fundamentally the same. B. The beliefs of the two groups directly opposed each other. C. The beliefs of Edwards's followers evolved directly from those emphasized in the Enlightenment. D. The beliefs of the two groups were similar, with the Enlightenment placing more emphasis on science.
B.
In paragraph three of Common Sense, why does Paine use the phrases "precariousness of human affairs," "while we have it in our power," and "time and chance"? A. to evoke in colonists a fear of fighting against a world superpower B. to evoke in colonists the need for urgency in their quest for independence C. to instill in colonists a desire to take up arms against their oppressor D. to instill in colonists a respect for peaceful negotiations
B.
In which section of the Declaration of Independence does Jefferson restate his thesis? A. the body B. the conclusion C. the introduction D. the list
B.
Read the excerpt from "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God." And now you have an extraordinary opportunity, a day wherein Christ has thrown the door of mercy wide open, and stands in the door calling and crying with a loud voice to poor sinners; a day wherein many are flocking to him, and pressing into the kingdom of God. Many are daily coming from the east, west, north and south; many that were very lately in the same miserable condition that you are in, are now in a happy state, with their hearts filled with love to him that has loved them and washed them from their sins in his own blood, and rejoicing in hope of the glory of God. How awful is it to be left behind at such a day! To see so many others feasting, while you are pining and perishing! To see so many rejoicing and singing for joy of heart, while you have cause to mourn for sorrow of heart, and howl for vexation of spirit! How can you rest one moment in such a condition? In this excerpt, Edwards is attempting to convince readers that they A. can relax once they decide to follow him. B. could miss an invaluable opportunity. C. will never understand contentment. D. will always feel pain and sadness.
B.
Read the excerpt from "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God." Is it not a reasonable thing to fright a person out of a house on fire? What is the purpose of this sentence in Edwards's sermon? A. It explains why hell is such a dangerous and scary place. B. It justifies Edwards's strategy of scaring people into accepting God. C. It asks the reader to explain what to do when confronted with danger. D. It suggests that people should save their neighbors if their houses catch on fire.
B.
Read the excerpt from "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God." It would be dreadful to suffer this fierceness and wrath of Almighty God one moment; but you must suffer it to all eternity. In this excerpt, what is the denotation of the word "fierceness"? A. emotion B. aggression C. energy D. pity
B.
Read the excerpt from "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God." So that thus it is, that natural men are held in the hand of God, over the pit of hell; they have deserved the fiery pit, and are already sentenced to it; and God is dreadfully provoked, his anger is as great towards them as to those that are actually suffering the executions of the fierceness of his wrath in hell; and they have done nothing in the least to appease or abate that anger. In this excerpt, "natural" is used to describe people who A. are not tempted by wealth or power. B. have not been touched by the spirit of God. C. live on farms or in the wilderness outside of cities. D. practice conservation and avoid destroying the beauty of nature.
B.
Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number I. "'Tis the business of little minds to shrink; but he whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves his conduct, will pursue his principles unto death." Which best describes the purpose of this excerpt? A. to explain Paine's moral justification for the war B. to inspire colonists to join the fight for independence C. to encourage colonists to consider a peaceful solution D. to emphasize the hardships that come with fighting for a cause
B.
Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number I. "I call not upon a few but upon all—not on this state or that state, but on every state—up and help us. . . . Let it be told to the future world that in the depth of winter, when nothing but hope and virtue could survive, that the city and the country, alarmed at one common danger, came forth to meet and repulse it." Paine's purpose in issuing this plea is to A. draw attention to the differences that exist among colonists from different states. B. unite the colonists in support of continuing the fight for independence. C. encourage the colonists to wait for better times in the spring. D. warn the colonists of the danger of a British attack during the winter months.
B.
Read the paragraph, which is a summary of a slave narrative by Olaudah Equiano. [1] While he was working for Thomas Farmer, he began to buy fruits and other goods and sell them himself. [2] He faced insults and difficulties doing this; however, he was determined to continue making money, which he did. [3] He wanted to obtain enough savings to buy his freedom, which Robert King had promised him he could do for the same amount that King had paid for him. [4] When he had saved enough money, he bought his freedom from King and lived the rest of his life as a free man. Which sentence in the paragraph is structured differently than the others? sentence 1 sentence 2 sentence 3 sentence 4
B.
Read the paragraph. Dekanawidah wrote the Iroquois Constitution. The document included rules and regulations that related to all different areas of Iroquois life. It described important rituals. Leaders from the Five Nations signed the Constitution. A sixth nation later joined the Confederacy in the early 1700s. Which statement best describes this paragraph? The paragraph contains sentence variety. The sentences in the paragraph are structured similarly. The paragraph contains sentence fragments. The sentences in the paragraph are complex.
B.
Read the sentences. [1] Thomas Paine's Common Sense was published in 1776. [2] The Revolutionary war began that same year. Which is the best way to combine sentences 1 and 2? Thomas Paine's Common Sense was published in 1776, but the Revolutionary War began that same year. Thomas Paine's Common Sense was published in 1776, and the Revolutionary War began that same year. Thomas Paine's Common Sense was published in 1776, when the Revolutionary War began that same year. Thomas Paine's Common Sense was published in 1776, once the Revolutionary War began that same year.
B.
Read the sentences. There were five original Iroquois Nations. In the early 1700s, the Tuscarora joined the Confederacy as the sixth. Which is the best way to combine these two sentence? There were five original Iroquois Nations, in the early 1700s, the Tuscarora joined the Confederacy as the sixth. There were five original Iroquois Nations; in the early 1700s, the Tuscarora joined the Confederacy as the sixth. There were five original Iroquois Nations in the early 1700s because the Tuscarora joined the Confederacy as the sixth. There were five original Iroquois Nations, in the early 1700s the Tuscarora; joined the Confederacy as the sixth.
B.
Read this excerpt from "The World on Turtle's Back." The animals thought that perhaps there was dirt at the depths of the ocean, but they had never tried to reach the bottom before. One by one they tried to swim down, but their attempts were futile. Finally, the muskrat disappeared into the cold depth of the ocean. After a lengthy amount of time, he drifted to the surface with a tiny speck of earth in his hand. He appeared to be dead, but the animals prayed and chanted, and finally he stirred. The Earth-Diver was successful in bringing forth the soil to make the earth grow. Which sentences from the excerpt best support the idea that the Iroquois valued sacrifice by one for the good of all? A. The animals thought that perhaps there was dirt at the depths of the ocean, but they had never tried to reach the bottom before. B. After a lengthy amount of time, he drifted to the surface with a tiny speck of earth in his hand. He appeared to be dead. . . . C. [T]he animals prayed and chanted, and finally he stirred. D. The Earth-Diver was successful in bringing forth the soil to make the earth grow.
B.
Read this excerpt from "The World on Turtle's Back." The birds of the sea joined together to save the woman and they broke her fall. The great sea turtle floated in the ocean and received the woman on his back without harm. The frightened woman looked around and all she could see was water and sky. She felt helpless, but the animals were determined to save her. She told them that if they could find some soil, she could plant the roots from the Great Tree that were still tangled in her hands. Based on the animals' behavior toward the woman, it is reasonable to conclude that the animals A. were frightened by a creature they had never seen. B. felt compassion for the woman because she was scared. C. were hoping to live on land that the woman would create. D. wanted the roots from the sacred Great Tree.
B.
Sermons such as "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" were written largely in response to A. the religious oppression some colonists had faced in Europe. B. the rejection of religion in favor of rationalism by some colonists. C. the growing desire among some colonists for independence from England. D. the poverty faced by some colonists as a result of oppressive taxes levied by England.
B.
The Iroquois perform rituals to honor the twins in "The World on Turtle's Back," illustrating the Iroquoian belief that A. they must perform certain rituals in order to sustain the Earth. B. the twins are gods and it is important to show them devotion. C. singing and dancing will ensure the safety of the twins. D. the twins enjoy watching ritualistic singing and dancing.
B.
The conflict between the right-handed brother and left-handed brother described in "The World on Turtle's Back" shows that the Iroquois most likely believed A. right-handed children should be favored over left-handed ones. B. there is an eternal battle between good and evil. C. left-handed people are naturally evil. D. most people are good and few are evil.
B.
Which is an example of a sentence fragment? Thomas Paine's Common Sense was published in 1776. Thomas Paine's Common Sense, which was published in 1776. Common Sense was written by Thomas Paine and published in 1776. Common Sense, authored by Thomas Paine, was published in 1776.
B.
Which of the following is a central idea in the conclusion of the Declaration of Independence? A. People have unalienable rights such as life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. B. The colonists have the right to separate from Britain's oppressive rule. C. Colonists should have more rights than their British brethren. D. British citizens will be barred from entering the colonies in the future.
B.
Which of the following is a sentence fragment? Marina is a fast runner and a skilled basketball player. Marina, an excellent basketball player. Marina has very strong basketball skills. Marina, a great basketball player, scored 26 points today.
B.
Which of the following statement s supports the idea that Colonists tried to work with the king before writing the Declaration of Independence? A. "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal..." B. "In every stage of these Oppressions We have Petitioned for Redress in the most humble terms: Our repeated Petitions have been answered only by repeated injury." C. "Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes..." D. "Assent should be obtained; and when so suspended, he has utterly neglected to attend to them."
B.
Which statement best describes Edwards's views in "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God"? A. People who accepted Puritanism would be spared. B. People who were "born again" in Christ would be spared. C. People who attended church regularly would be spared. D. People who were part of Edwards's congregation would be spared.
B.
Which statement best describes the historical significance of the Declaration of Independence? A. It contains different colonists' opinions about whether the colonies should attempt to separate from Britain. B. It describes why the colonists wanted to be free from Britain and what led to their decision to fight against British rule. C. It describes why colonists and the founding fathers believed in the separation of church and state. D. It contains the signatures of famous colonists such as Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson.
B.
Which statement best explains why Edwards repeats the image of fire throughout "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God"? A. He wants to remind the congregation that there is fire in hell. B. He wants to increase his audience's fear of hell. C. He wants to make fire seem less unusual to the listener. D. He wants to provide evidence that there is fire in hell.
B.
"The World on Turtle's Back" is a creation myth because it A. focuses on characters whom the Iroquois considered "gods." B. is an Iroquoian story about people and animals who talk to each other. C. explains how the Iroquois believe that the earth was created. D. describes Iroquoian social and cultural values.
C.
In paragraph six of "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God," what does Edwards suggest about spiritual reform? A. He suggests that church and state should be separated. B. He suggests that not all people who sin suffer eternal damnation. C. He suggests that good works alone will not save a person from damnation. D. He suggests that individuals have no opportunity to be saved from damnation.
C.
In the beginning of "The World on Turtle's Back," why did the husband become "terrified"? A. He was terrified that he would never again see his wife. B. He was terrified that his wife might fall through the hole in the sky. C. He was terrified that he would be punished for marring a sacred tree. D. He was terrified that the Great Tree would fall into the ocean.
C.
Read the excerpt from "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God." The bow of God's wrath is bent . . . it is nothing but the mere pleasure of God, and that of an angry God, without any promise or obligation at all, that keeps the arrow one moment from being made drunk with your blood. In this excerpt, the word "wrath" suggests that A. God wants to destroy the reader. B. God is eager to wage war. C. God is fiercely angry. D. God is feeling extreme grief.
C.
Read the excerpt from "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God." You will know certainly that you must wear out long ages, millions of millions of ages, in wrestling and conflicting with this almighty merciless vengeance; and then when you have so done, when so many ages have actually been spent by you in this manner, you will know that all is but a point to what remains. So that your punishment will indeed be infinite. Oh who can express what the state of a soul in such circumstances is! Edwards uses the phrase "Oh who can express what the state of a soul in such circumstances is!" in order to A. show what might happen if the reader disobeys Edwards. B. describe what endless suffering looks and feels like. C. illustrate that this type of suffering is unimaginable. D. prove that very few people have survived limitless suffering.
C.
Read the excerpt from Common Sense. "To talk of friendship with those in whom our reason forbids us to have faith . . . is madness and folly." Paine uses the words "madness and folly" to emphasize that the colonists A. are not allowed to have a positive relationship with Britain. B. must continue to try to build a relationship with the king. C. are unwise in attempting to achieve a positive relationship with Britain. D. must be careful in their dealings with the king because he has gone mad.
C.
Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number I. "The heart that feels not is dead; the blood of his children will curse his cowardice who shrinks back at a time when a little might have saved the whole and made them happy." What is the purpose of the figurative language in this excerpt? to evoke in the audience admiration for those who aid and comfort the needy to evoke in the audience concern for the safety of children and loved ones to evoke in the audience shame for placing self-preservation above the good of the community to evoke in the audience anger at children who disrespect the authority of their parents
C.
Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number I. "I am as confident as I am that God governs the world that America will never be happy till she gets clear of foreign dominion. Wars without ceasing will break out till that period arrives, and the continent must in the end be conqueror; for though the flame of liberty may sometimes cease to shine, the coal can never expire." Paine uses the metaphors of the flame and coal to demonstrate that the colonists will never know true joy. the fight for independence is never-ending. the concept of freedom will never cease to exist. Britain will never stop pursuing control of the colonies.
C.
Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number XIII, by Thomas Paine. "Never, I say, had a country so many openings to happiness as this. Her setting out in life, like the rising of a fair morning, was unclouded and promising. Her cause was good. Her principles just and liberal. Her temper serene and firm. Her conduct regulated by the nicest steps, and everything about her wore the mark of honor." Which statement best describes this excerpt? Most of the sentences contain comma splices. It consists mostly of run-on sentences. Most of the sentences have a similar structure. It consists mostly of sentences with varied structures.
C.
Read the excerpt from the conclusion of the Declaration of Independence. "And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor." Why does Jefferson conclude with this statement? A. to soften the impact of this document so that more readers agree with it B. to leave an opening for future negotiations with the British C. to show colonial support for the document and the willingness to fight for independence D. to influence other nations in their own struggles for independence
C.
Read the paragraph. [1] Thomas Paine, a pivotal figure in the American Revolution, was born in Britain in 1737. [2] When he was in his mid-thirties, he met Benjamin Franklin in London. [3] Franklin helped Paine move to Philadelphia, where he pursued a career in journalism, he became the editor of Pennsylvania Magazine. [4] In 1776, Paine authored a pro-independence pamphlet called Common Sense, which was widely read throughout the colonies. Which sentence should be revised to improve this paragraph's sentence fluency? sentence 1 sentence 2 sentence 3 sentence 4
C.
Read the sentences. [1] I am interested in history. [2] I decided to read the Declaration of Independence. Which is the best way to revise sentences 1 and 2 to create sentence variety? I decided to read the Declaration of Independence. I am quite interested in history. I am interested in the Declaration of Independence. I decided to study history. History interests me. I decided to read the Declaration of Independence. History interests me. The Declaration of Independence is something I decided to read.
C.
Read this excerpt from "The World on Turtle's Back." With the deer antler, the right-handed twin demolished his brother. The left-handed twin died, but he didn't die. He was hurled off the edge of the earth by his brother. In this dark world below the earth, the left-handed twin still lives and reigns. The right-handed twin lives in the Sky-World and he is content with the world he helped to create. The left-handed twin lives in the world below. He, too, is content with the world of men. He delights in the sounds of warfare and suffering. These two beings rule the world and look after the affairs of men. During the day people have rituals to honor the right-handed twin. At night they dance and sing for the left-handed twin. Based on this excerpt, it is reasonable to conclude that A. the right-handed twin hurt his brother but did not kill him. B. the left-handed twin pretended to die but really survived. C. neither twin could die because they were immortal gods. D. the left-handed twin was immortal, but his brother was not.
C.
Read this excerpt from "The World on Turtle's Back." Without knowing it, the right and left-handed twins built balance into the world. The plant-eating animals created by the right-handed twin balanced out the meat-eating animals created by the left-handed twin. And so the world thrived, and this was good. Which statement best describes the purpose of this excerpt? A. to describe who created plant- and meat-eating animals B. to explain that some animals are good and others are evil C. to explain how balance came to exist in the natural world D. to describe two different kinds of animals found in the world
C.
The fact that "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" was popular suggests that the colonists A. feared Edwards and his potential impact on society. B. disagreed with Edwards's views about God. C. were interested in Edwards's ideas about religion. D. believed that Edwards had strong writing skills.
C.
Which of the following is a sentence fragment? Barack Obama won the presidential election in 2008 and was inaugurated in 2009. Inaugurated in 2009, Barack Obama had won the presidential election in 2008. Barack Obama, who won the presidential election in 2008 and was inaugurated in 2009. In 2008, Barack Obama was elected, and he was inaugurated in 2009.
C.
Which quotation from "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" uses a rhetorical device to show that people have a fragile hold on life? A. Yea, God is a great deal more angry with great numbers that are now on earth; yea, doubtless with many that are now in this congregation . . . than he is with many of those that are now in the flames of hell. B. [T]he pit is prepared, the fire is made ready, the furnace is now hot, ready to receive them, the flames do now rage and glow. C. Unconverted men walk over the pit of hell on a rotten covering, and there are innumerable places in this covering so weak that they won't bear their weight, and these places are not seen. D. God is dreadfully provoked, his anger is as great towards them as to those that are actually suffering the executions of the fierceness of his wrath in hell.
C.
Which sentence from "The World on Turtle's Back" best illustrates why the story is considered a creation myth? A. The woman created a home for herself on this new earth and soon her daughter was born. B. She told them that if they could find some soil, she could plant the roots from the Great Tree that were still tangled in her hands. C. The woman placed the dirt on Turtle's back and performed a ritual to create the earth. D. She is called "our mother" and the people dance and sing to her to make the plants grow.
C.
Which statement best explains why the Declaration of Independence does not directly address the issue of slavery? A. Thomas Jefferson's own plantation depended on the labor of enslaved people. B. Thomas Jefferson did not believe in the trade of enslaved people. C. Some of the colonies were in favor of slavery and others were opposed to it. D. Some of the colonists believed that enslaved people could help fight the British.
C.
Read this excerpt from "The World on Turtle's Back." The conflict between the twins continued, and for some reason, the grandmother favored the left-handed twin. The right-handed twin became angry and resentful. He was the truthful twin who always did the right thing. The left-handed twin was deceitful and did everything backward. You could never trust him. The twins represented the two ways of the world which are in all people. The Indians did not call these good and evil. They called them the straight mind and the crooked mind, the righteous man and the devious man, the right and the left. The main purpose of this excerpt is to A. demonstrate that right-handed people are good and left-handed people are bad. B. explain why some people do the right thing and others do not. C. provide the reason why the grandmother favored the left-handed twin. D. clarify what the Iroquois considered the two different sides of human nature.
D.
Based on "The World on Turtle's Back," which statement best describes the Iroquois attitude toward nature and the environment? A. The Iroquois believed that the gods had given them control over nature. B. The Iroquois were very fearful of the dangers of plants and animals. C. The Iroquois believed that only plants and animals benefiting people should survive. D. The Iroquois revered nature and valued the plants and animals that sustained them.
D.
Read the excerpt from Common Sense. "In the following pages I offer nothing more than simple facts, plain arguments, and common sense." What is the purpose of the words "simple," plain," and "common"? A. to persuade readers of his point of view B. to encourage only serious readers to continue C. to demonstrate his impressive intellect D. to appeal to as large an audience as possible
D.
Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number I. "Not a man lives on the continent but fully believes that a separation must some time or other finally take place, and a generous parent should have said, 'If there must be trouble, let it be in my day, that my child may have peace.'" Which phrase in the excerpt is an emotional appeal to the reader? A. "Not a man lives" B. "believes that a separation" C. "let it be in my day" D. "that my child may have peace"
D.
Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number I. "Not all the treasures of the world, so far as I believe, could have induced me to support an offensive war, for I think it murder; but if a thief breaks into my house, burns and destroys my property, and kills or threatens to kill me or those that are in it and to 'bind me in all cases whatsoever' to his absolute will, am I to suffer it?" In this excerpt, Paine is attempting to convince readers that they must support the war to protect their financial interests. could potentially benefit from the spoils of the war. will blame themselves for not supporting the war. have righteous reasons to justify supporting the war.
D.
Read the paragraph. Salvador Dalí, born Salvador Felipe Jacinto Dalí y Domenech. In Figueras, Spain in 1904. He was a Surrealist painter and printmaker; some of his most notable works explore subconscious imagery. In fact, he was profoundly influenced by the writings of Sigmund Freud. An Austrian neurologist who created psychoanalysis. Which is the best way to improve this paragraph's sentence fluency? Correct the run-on sentences. Correct the fused sentences. Correct the comma splices. Correct the sentence fragments.
D.
Read the paragraph. [1] Russell really enjoys baking. [2] He makes the most delicious plum tarts. [3] His tarts always have a perfect flaky crust. [4] Learning how to bake from a master chef in Paris is one of his dreams. Which sentence in the paragraph is structured differently than the others? sentence 1 sentence 2 sentence 3 sentence 4
D.
Read the sentences. [1] Sameer took a deep breath, straightened his tie, and turned the doorknob. [2] Despite his nerves he was ready for his first interview and had thought through each potential question. Which is the best way to rewrite sentence 2? Despite his nerves he was ready for his first interview although he had thought through each potential question. Despite his nerves; he was ready for his first interview, and had thought through each potential question. Despite his nerves he was ready for his first interview, had thought through each potential question. Despite his nerves, he was ready for his first interview; he had thought through each potential question.
D.
Read the statement. When a government fails to protect the unalienable rights of its citizens, it is the duty and right of citizens to create another form of government. This statement is the Declaration of Independence's A. text structure. B. minor premise. C. conclusion. D. major premise.
D.
Read this excerpt from "The World on Turtle's Back." One day, when the girl had become a woman, a man appeared. No one knows where this man came from. Perhaps he was sent from the Gods above. The girl was so filled with wonder to see this strange man, she lost her senses and fainted. The man yielded two very different arrows, and laid them across the body of the girl in opposite directions, then he disappeared. Which statement best describes the significance of the arrows? A. They represent the fact that the woman will die in childbirth. B. They represent a warning from the man to the woman. C. They represent the man's intention to kill the woman. D. They represent the twins that the woman will bear.
D.
Read this quotation from "The World on Turtle's Back." The woman placed the dirt on Turtle's back and performed a ritual to create the earth. She walked around the dirt in the direction of the sun until the earth grew large enough. Then she planted the roots from the Great Tree and continued her ritual to keep the earth growing. Like the sun she kept moving around the earth, in the same direction the people still do in dance rituals today. The main purpose of this quotation is to A. emphasize the importance of rituals in everyday life. B. prove that animals played a major role in the creation of the Earth. C. show why dancers move from east to west in rituals. D. explain one theory of how the Earth was created from the sea.
D.
Which best describes the conclusion of the Declaration of Independence? The colonists have certain rights that can never be taken away. The king has failed to protect the basic rights of the colonists. The king has treated the colonists unfairly in many ways. The colonies are no longer loyal to Britain's tyrannical rule.
D.
Which excerpt from Common Sense contains an example of hyperbole? "A government of our own is our natural right." "Ye that tell us of harmony and reconciliation, can you restore to us the time that is past?" "Ye that dare oppose not only the tyranny but the tyrant, stand forth!" "Every spot of the Old World is overrun with oppression."
D.
Which of the following is a run-on sentence? In 1783, the US Congress ratified a preliminary peace treaty, the US and Britain signed the Treaty of Paris, British troops left New York City, and George Washington resigned as commander. On April 19, 1783, the US Congress ratified a preliminary peace treaty, and the Treaty of Paris followed about five months later. On September 3, 1783, The US and Britain signed the Treaty of Paris, and two months later, British troops left New York City. On April 19, 1783, the US Congress ratified a preliminary peace treaty and five months later, the US and Britain signed the Treaty of Paris and British troops left New York City in November.
D.
Read the excerpt from Thomas Paine's "Common Sense." Every day wears out the little remains of kindred between us and them, and can there be any reason to hope, that as the relationship expires, the affection will increase, or that we shall agree better, when we have ten times more and greater concerns to quarrel over than ever? Paine's use of phrases such as "little remains," "relationship expires," and "quarrel over" suggest that his purpose is to ____________________________________-.
inspire the colonies to progress without British support
Thomas Jefferson organized his argument in the body of the Declaration of Independence by listing the _______
ways in which the king of England oppressed the colonists
