UNIT 1
Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version. Gilgamesh, hearing his beloved friend, came to himself. He yelled, he lifted his massive axe, he swung it, it tore into Humbaba's neck, the blood shot out, again the axe bit flesh and bone, the monster staggered, his eyes rolled, and at the axe's third stroke he toppled like a cedar and crashed to the ground. In this excerpt, Gilgamesh's characteristics are revealed through his actions. his words. a description. others' thoughts.
A
Read the excerpt from Grendel. I clamped my palms to my ears and stretched up my lips and shrieked again: a stab at truth, a snatch at apocalyptic glee. Then I ran on all fours, chest pounding, to the smoky mere. What does the author use in this excerpt to develop Grendel's character? the creature's actions the creature's thoughts Beowulf's words Beowulf's perspective
A
In Gilgamesh: A New English Version, Gilgamesh repeatedly has dreams and says, "Enkidu, dear friend, I have had a dream." What effect does this repetition have? It creates a main idea that the audience can understand, and it establishes Gilgamesh as the main character. It creates a rhythmic pattern that the audience can follow, and it signals that the audience will hear a new dream. It creates a new structure that the audience needs to hear, and it shows how long Gilgamesh's journey has been. It creates a vivid image that the audience can see, and it establishes a more realistic way of storytelling.
B
In Grendel, John Gardner uses first-person point of view to help readers better understand Beowulf's feelings. first-person point of view to help readers see Grendel's side of a familiar story. third-person point of view to give greater insight into all of the characters. third-person point of view to give an impartial account of a well-known event.
B
Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version. At four hundred miles they stopped to eat, at a thousand miles they pitched their camp. They had traveled for just three days and nights, a six weeks' journey for ordinary men. When the sun was setting, they dug a well, they filled their waterskins with fresh water, Gilgamesh climbed to the mountaintop What characteristic of an epic hero does the excerpt reveal? bravery in the face of danger willingness to endure a voyage ability to deliver compelling speeches tendency to seek supernatural assistance
B
Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version. Then, from heaven, the voice of the god called to Gilgamesh: "Hurry, attack, attack Humbaba while the time is right, before he enters the depths of the forest, before he can hide there and wrap himself in his seven auras with their paralyzing glare. He is wearing just one now. Attack him! Now!" What effect does Lord Shamash's intervention have on the epic? It scares Gilgamesh and leads the audience to believe that Gilgamesh will lose. It encourages Gilgamesh to fight and adds excitement for the audience. It causes Gilgamesh to run away and increases the audience's unease. It causes Gilgamesh to slowly withdraw and provides the audience with relief.
B
Which comparison of Beowulf and Grendel is most accurate? Grendel is characterized as sensitive in the poem, but he is characterized as cruel in the novel. Both the poem and the novel are all about Grendel; he is the main character in both stories. In the poem, Grendel seems like a heartless monster, but in the novel he is emotionally complex. The poem and the novel are very similar, and both characterize Grendel in the same way.
C
Consider the passage and theme. Devin kept a low profile in school. He attended classes and talked with his friends in the hall, but few knew him well. He rarely raised his hand in class and never spoke out of turn. Even in band class, he refused to draw attention to himself. Though he had earned the honor of first-chair saxophone, he did not reveal his passion for his instrument to his classmates. Then, sophomore year, Devin joined the marching band despite his fear of public scrutiny. The night of the first football game, his palms were sweating and his heart was racing as the band marched onto the field. But as soon as he began to play, his fears were forgotten, and through the glare of the lights he could see the crowd swaying and clapping to the music. Devin was completely at ease during his solo, and after the game a friend told him, "You were great! I didn't know you had it in you." Theme One: It is important to take risks. What other theme is addressed in the passage? People can reveal themselves through their passions. Music entertains people with varied interests. A leader knows how to share the spotlight with others. Shyness can prevent people from finding social success.
A
Pseudo is a word root that means "false." Which is the best definition of the word pseudonym in the sentence below? Many famous writers use pseudonyms to protect their true identities. fictional names family names scientific names symbolic names
A
Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version. Gilgamesh stopped. He was trembling. Tears flowed down his cheeks. "O Shamash," he cried, "protect me on this dangerous journey. Remember me, help me, hear my prayer." Which statement best paraphrases these sentences from the text? Frightened, Gilgamesh pleads with the god Shamash to protect him during this dangerous journey. Trembling and crying, Gilgamesh honors Shamash so that Shamash will grant his wish. Gilgamesh shows great respect for the god Shamash by praying to him for protection. Shamash is a powerful god, so Gilgamesh asks him to provide safety as he faces great danger.
A
Read the excerpt from Spencer's narrative. As we waited for our new football coach to enter the locker room, we all secretly wondered what he would be like. Would he be tough but fair? Would he be demanding but understanding? Would he motivate us before each game with a rousing speech the way Coach Jackson always had? These thoughts were abruptly interrupted when our new coach entered the locker room, stood before us, and commanded our attention. "He" was a "she"! Our new coach was a female? Stunned, my mouth gaping, I barely heard what she said to the team next. How does Spencer's use of chronological order affect the plot of his narrative? Readers are able to share in Spencer's surprise at discovering that his new coach is female because this fact is not revealed at the beginning of the story. Readers are able to understand the conflict more easily because Spencer reveals what is bothering him at the very beginning of the story. Readers do not understand Spencer's surprise because they had no idea what Spencer was thinking before the new football coach arrived. Readers do not have to read the entire story because they are now able to predict what will happen once the new football coach speaks to the team. Su
A
Read the line from Grendel. I was safe in my tree, and the men who fought were nothing to me, except of course that they talked in something akin to my language, which meant that we were, incredibly, related. This is an example of a first-person narrative showing Grendel's perspective. first-person narrative showing Beowulf's perspective. third-person narrative showing many perspectives. third-person narrative showing Grendel's and Beowulf's perspectives.
A
Read the paragraph from Gordon's personal narrative. 1 When I first entered the room, I was really struck by what I saw. 2 It was my first day of cooking lessons, and I was on my way to fulfilling my dreams of one day becoming a chef in my own world-renowned restaurant. 3 I had spent countless hours of my childhood watching my parents, both professional chefs, prepare savory meals for my sisters and me. 4 From them, I had already obtained a solid foundation of cooking basics. 5 However, it was in this room that I would build upon those basics and begin my ascent as a chef in my own right. Which sentence should Gordon revise to make it more precise, and why? Gordon should revise sentence 1 to provide specific details about what "struck" him as he first entered the room. Gordon should revise sentence 2 to describe his dreams more clearly and explain what he hopes to accomplish one day. Gordon should revise sentence 3 to replace vague words like "countless" and "delicious" with more precise adjectives. Gordon should revise sentence 4 to add detailed examples about the many cooking basics he learned from his parents. Su
A
Read the passage from Beowulf. Then it was like old times in the echoing hall, proud talk and the people happy, loud and excited; until soon enough Halfdane's heir had to be away to his night's rest. He realized that the demon was going to descend on the hall, that he had plotted all day, from dawn-light until darkness gathered again over the world and stealthy night-shapes came stealing forth under the cloud-murk. The passage features Anglo-Saxon culture because people are feasting. laughing. relaxing. worrying.
A
Which best defines the word repetition in epic poetry? the recurrence of words and phrases for a specific effect the duplication of main ideas for development the reproduction of images for emphasis the reappearance of characters for a surprise reaction
A
Which statement is a theme? Two friends travel in search of the dreaded monster. The Cedar Forest is a marvel of towering trees. Encouragement can be a source of strength. Humbaba is an evil monster who is defeated
C
Which word contains a suffix? reverse prewrite happiness disbelief
C
After each dream, Gilgamesh says to Enkidu, "Dear friend, tell me, what does this mean?" What effect does this repetition have? It signals that Gilgamesh will defeat Humbaba. It reinforces Enkidu's role as Gilgamesh's adviser. It emphasizes the terrifying nature of Gilgamesh's dream. It suggests that Gilgamesh rejects supernatural powers.
B
If omni means "all" and potent means "power," what is the best definition of omnipotent? limited mighty average tired
B
In Gilgamesh: A New English Version, Enkidu is a loyal companion who proves himself to be an archetype of .
B
cent = "one hundred" sens = "feel" Which word is spelled correctly? censational centimental sensational sentennial
C
Read the paragraph and the sentence below it. 1Enkidu, who had met the beast, warned Gilgamesh of the dangers involved, explaining that Gilgamesh did not "know the horror that lurks ahead." 2Upon seeing the beast Humbaba, Gilgamesh himself became seized with dread and terror. 3However, despite Enkidu's warning and his own temporary paralysis upon seeing Humbaba, Gilgamesh charged at Humbaba with his axe. 4He demonstrated that he was able to summon the bravery necessary to overcome his fear and attack the frightening beast. Sentence: In fact, Gilgamesh was so frightened that "terror flooded / his muscles, his heart froze, his mouth went dry, / his legs shook," and "his feet were rooted to the ground." What is the best place for this sentence if it is added to the paragraph? before sentence 1 between sentences 2 and 3 between sentences 3 and 4 after sentence 4
B
Read the paragraph from Nick's personal narrative. Standing alone in my family's barn, I thought about how much hard work and time my parents had invested—how much hard work and time we had all invested—in maintaining a fully operational farm. I did not remember a time when my clothes had not reeked of manure or my hair had not held fast to brittle pieces of straw. What would happen if my parents had to sell the farm so we could move closer to my grandparents? Just as I was attempting to imagine a life in the city, a sudden commotion erupted and interrupted my thoughts. With animals squawking and dust flying, I scrambled to pinpoint the source of this unexpected intrusion. In seconds that felt more like minutes, I was successful . . . and I could scarcely believe what my eyes were seeing. Nick uses chronological order to relate his narrative. What effect does this have on his arrangement of the plot? It allows Nick to include extra details as he develops the events that lead to the most exciting parts of his story. It allows Nick to surprise the reader by disrupting the calm setting with unexpected excitement. It allows Nick to omit the conclusion because he states his feelings at the beginning of the narrative. It allows Nick to choose which events he will include and which events he would like to eliminate.
B
Read the passage from Beowulf. So the Helming woman went on her rounds, queenly and dignified, decked out in rings, offering the goblet to all ranks, treating the household and the assembled troop until it was Beowulf's turn to take it from her hand. Which feature of Anglo-Saxon culture is described in the excerpt? a Christian tradition a cup-bearer a gift-giving a Pagan tradition
B
Read the passage from Beowulf. The hero arose, surrounded closely by his powerful thanes. A party remained under orders to keep watch on the arms; the rest proceeded, led by their prince under Heorot's roof. And standing on the hearth in webbed links that the smith had woven, the fine-forged mesh of his gleaming mail-shirt, resolute in his helmet, Beowulf spoke: Which word from the passage is a feature of Anglo-Saxon culture? powerful thanes roof gleaming
B
When a student studies the way the English language has evolved, the student is studying English's alliteration. development. origin. repetition.
B
Which is the word root in democratically? de- demo -tical -ly
B
Which sentence makes the best use of descriptive language? Malia grabbed her suitcase and purse and headed to the nearby airport. The piercing squeal of tires on asphalt startled Katrina from a deep sleep. Tara wanted a job so she could save enough money to buy a new bike. In the morning, it was windy enough to fly the kite Johnny had purchased. Su
B
Which statement best describes the effect of Gilgamesh's repeated dreams in Gilgamesh: A New English Version? The repetition of the dreams introduces one clear theme. The repetition of the dreams creates rhythm, interest, and drama. The repetition of the dreams gives the epic an informal tone. The repetition of the dreams establishes Gilgamesh as the hero.
B
Which statements accurately compare Beowulf and Grendel? Check all that apply. Both works are written in an Old English poetic style. Beowulf characterizes Grendel as bloodthirsty, but Grendel shows Grendel's gentler side. Beowulf is sympathetic to the humans, while Grendel shows the monster's perspective. Both works focus primarily on the hero, Beowulf. Beowulf is a contemporary version of an old tale, while Grendel is based on oral tradition.
B C
Which examples from Gilgamesh: A New English Version most effectively illustrate the point that Gilgamesh takes risks? Check all that apply. From far off they saw the Cedar Mountain, / sacred to Ishtar, where the gods dwell, / the slopes of it steep, and rich in cedars They advanced to the monster's den. Humbaba / charged out roaring at them and said, / "I know you, Gilgamesh. Don't be a fool." Gilgamesh felt his courage return. / They charged at Humbaba like two wild bulls. He could not move forward, could not retreat. / Gilgamesh saw it, he leaped upon him, / he held a knife to Humbaba's throat. Gilgamesh chopped down the mighty trees, / Enkidu hewed the trunks into timbers.
B C D
What topics are commonly explored in epics? Check all that apply. love and romance fame and glory academia perseverance leadership
B D E
refers to a conclusion based on evidence in the text.
C
Which statement best describes how Gilgamesh's dreams affect the plot of Gilgamesh: A New English Version? The dreams lessen any tension in the plot. The dreams introduce the main idea. The dreams shift the focus from Gilgamesh. The dreams create conflict and suspense.
D
biblio = "book" circum- = "around" crypto = "hidden" graph = "written" hemi- = "half" scribe = "write" sphere = "ball" Which word is spelled incorrectly? cryptograph hemisphere bibliography cercumscribe
D
Which detail from Gilgamesh: A New English Version best illustrates a courageous hero? Gilgamesh standing at the top of the mountain and asking for favorable dreams Gilgamesh dreaming of an eagle with a lion's head and a flaming mouth Gilgamesh asking Enkidu to explain the meaning of his dream to him Gilgamesh standing at edge of the Cedar Forest, ready to battle Humbaba
D
Consider the passage and theme. Liam's first job at the fast-food chain was not glamorous. He worked early-morning shifts, loading biscuits into ovens and dipping countless batches of hash-browned potatoes into vats of grease. Every day he encountered harried, impolite customers and complaining coworkers; nevertheless, he maintained a positive outlook. Liam methodically completed his duties: wrapping sandwiches, filling orders, and cleaning his work space. Liam's manager appreciated his diligence, and by his third month of employment, he was no longer assigned to the pre-dawn shift. Within a year, Liam was an assistant manager earning double his initial pay. Theme One: Every job is worth doing well. What other theme is addressed in the passage? Saving money leads to financial freedom. Customers should know their rights. Hard work is often rewarded. Cleanliness fosters good health.
C
Looking at the gray sky, Beckie wondered ___________ the ___________ would ruin the class trip. Which words complete the sentence correctly? weather, weather whether, whether whether, weather weather, whether
C
Old English developed from tribes.
C
Read a student's analysis of Gilgamesh: A New English Version. Gilgamesh is an epic hero partly because he is a strong, effective leader who believes in teamwork. For example, when Enkidu expresses fear about continuing on the journey, Gilgamesh tells Enkidu that he needs help killing Humbaba and encourages him to persevere. Moved by the speech, Enkidu decides to continue on with the mission. What element needs to be added to complete this paragraph? an introductory statement of the point that is being made an example to illustrate the point being made in the paragraph the explanation that connects the point to the examples provided the student's opinion of the author of Gilgamesh's choice of words
C
Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version. At four hundred miles they stopped to eat, at a thousand miles they pitched their camp. They had traveled for just three days and nights, a six weeks' journey for ordinary men. Which statement best paraphrases these sentences from the text? The men are able to walk four hundred miles before stopping to eat and one thousand miles before stopping to rest. Ordinary men would need less time if they were to embark on a journey of similar length and difficulty. The men are able to travel in three days and nights a distance that would take ordinary men six weeks. Ordinary men would never be able to walk one thousand miles before stopping to eat or to pitch a camp.
C
Read the excerpt from Grendel. Thus I fled, ridiculous hairy creature torn apart by poetry—crawling, whimpering, streaming tears, across the world like a two-headed beast, like mixed-up lamb and kid at the tail of a baffled, indifferent ewe—and I gnashed my teeth and clutched the sides of my head as if to heal the split, but I couldn't. How is Grendel characterized in this excerpt? as humorous and comical as violent and dangerous as upset and confused as weak and sickly
C
Read the line from Grendel. Hrothgar met with his council for many nights and days, and they drank and talked and prayed to their curious carved-out creatures and finally came to a decision. Which statement best describes Grendel's perspective? He describes the length of the men's decision-making process. He describes the way the men socialize and relax together. He thinks that the men's religious behavior is strange and interesting. He thinks that Hrothgar is a strong leader who will challenge any opponent.
C
Read the passage from Beowulf. From where he crouched at the king's feet, Unferth, a son of Ecglaf's, spoke contrary words. Beowulf's coming, his sea-braving, made him sick with envy: he could not brook or abide the fact that anyone else alive under heaven might enjoy greater regard than he did: The passage supports the inference that Unferth is acclaimed. frail. petty. religious.
C
Read the point and the chart below. Point: Gilgamesh has the bravery and strength to triumph in battle. Which statement best completes the blank in this chart? Gilgamesh yells, lifts his massive axe, and swings it aggressively at Humbaba's neck three times. Humbaba suffers great blood loss before staggering and toppling to the ground like a cedar tree. Gilgamesh fiercely attacks Humbaba repeatedly with his axe until the monster topples and crashes to the ground. Humbaba is severely injured by the attack, as evidenced by the fact that the axe cut through flesh and bone
C
Read the sentence. I could tell by the mischievous gleam in their eyes and the sneaky looks they were exchanging that my little brother and sister had been planning to deceive me in some way. The most precise replacement for the underlined word is ".
C
To make an inference correctly, a reader should explain how the inference is influenced by modern language. show how the inference impacts the language in the text. provide evidence to support the inference. describe how the inference affects the plot.
C
What is an affix? a word that sounds the same as another word the beginning of a word a word part added to the beginning or end of a word the base part of a word
C
Both Old English and modern English poetry use alliteration, which is a long pause. the use of two stressed syllables. a type of rhyme. the repetition of consonant sounds.
D
Which lines from Gilgamesh: A New English Version best establish Gilgamesh as triumphant in battle? "I will stand by you. Now let us attack." Gilgamesh felt his courage return. They charged at Humbaba like two wild bulls. Gilgamesh, hearing his beloved friend, came to himself. He yelled, he lifted his massive axe They took their axes and penetrated deeper into the forest, they went chopping down cedars, the woods chips flew They bound logs together and built a raft. Enkidu steered it down the great river. Gilgamesh carried Humbaba's head.
D
Read the concluding reflection from Kyle's essay. My infatuation with reading, ignited in the sixth grade, significantly changed my life. Ultimately, it was from my sixth-grade teacher that I learned the true power that lies between the covers of a book. It wasn't because she demanded we read or because she encouraged us to read or because she explained why we should read. It was because she opened the doors to reading and invited us into fantastic worlds we had never before experienced. Using books as her compass, she led the way, and all we had to do was follow. To revise his reflection and make a stronger statement, Kyle should more clearly explain . Su
D
Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version. Gilgamesh said, "Courage, dear brother, this is no time to give in to fear. We have come so far, across so many mountains, and our journey is about to reach its goal. You were raised in the wild, with your own hands you have killed marauding lions and wolves, you are brave, your heart has been tested in combat. Though your arms feel weak now and your legs tremble, you are a warrior, you know what to do. Shout out your battle-cry, let your voice pound like a kettle drum. Let your heart inspire you to be joyous in battle, to forget about death. If we help each other and fight side by side, we will make a lasting name for ourselves, we will stamp our fame on men's minds forever." Which evidence from the excerpt best illustrates the point that Gilgamesh is a leader who believes in teamwork? Gilgamesh said, "Courage, dear brother, / this is no time to give in to fear. / We have come so far, across so many mountains" You were raised in the wild, with your own hands / you have killed marauding lions and wolves, / you are brave, your heart has been tested in combat. Though your arms feel weak now and your legs tremble, / you are a warrior, you know what to do. If we help each other and fight side by side, / we will make a lasting name for ourselves, / we will stamp our fame on men's minds forever.
D
Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version. They could hear Humbaba's terrifying roar. Gilgamesh stopped. He was trembling. Tears flowed down his cheeks. "O Shamash," he cried, "protect me on this dangerous journey. Remember me, help me, hear my prayer." They stood and listened. A moment passed. Then, from heaven, the voice of the god called to Gilgamesh: "Hurry, attack, attack Humbaba while the time is right, before he enters the depths of the forest" What characteristic of an epic hero does the excerpt reveal? willingness to endure a voyage bravery and courage as a warrior confidence in public speaking connection to the supernatural
D
Read the excerpt from Grendel. Then they would fight. Spears flying, swords whonking, arrows raining from the windows and doors of the meadhall and the edge of the woods. Horses reared and fell over screaming, ravens flew, crazy as bats in a fire, men staggered, gesturing wildly, making speeches, dying or sometimes pretending to be dying, sneaking off. Sometimes the attackers would be driven back, sometimes they'd win and burn the meadhall down, sometimes they'd capture the king of the meadhall and make his people give weapons and gold rings and cows. It was confusing and frightening, not in a way I could untangle. I was safe in my tree, and the men who fought were nothing to me, except of course that they talked in something akin to my language, which meant that we were, incredibly, related. I was sickened, if only at the waste of it: all they killed—cows, horses, men—they left to rot or burn. Which statement best describes Grendel's perspective? He enjoys watching the violent men kill one another. He admires the powerful weapons and strong men. He wishes to be part of the excitement somehow. He feels disgusted by the wasteful nature of war.
D
Read the excerpt from Spencer's narrative. I could not have been more stunned. "He" was a "she"! Our new football coach was a female. My mind drifted to that day last week. We had all been waiting in the locker room to meet our new coach, secretly wondering what he would be like. Would he be tough but fair? Would he be demanding but understanding? Would he motivate us before each game with a rousing speech the way Coach Jackson always had? These thoughts were abruptly interrupted when our new coach entered the locker room, stood before us, and commanded our attention. Spencer decided to structure his narrative to start at the end. How did this affect his arrangement of the plot? Spencer had to include the most exciting and engaging parts of the narrative. Spencer had to include a conclusion since the reader already knew what happened. Spencer had to provide detailed background information about his new football coach. Spencer had to go back and recount the events that led to that moment. Su
D
Read the paragraph from Nick's personal narrative. Standing alone in my family's barn, I thought about how much hard work and time my parents had invested—how much hard work and time we had all invested—in maintaining a fully operational farm. I did not remember a time when my clothes had not reeked of manure or my hair had not held fast to brittle pieces of straw. What would happen if my parents had to sell the farm so we could move closer to my grandparents? Just as I was attempting to imagine a life in the city, a sudden commotion erupted and interrupted my thoughts. With animals squawking and dust flying, I scrambled to pinpoint the source of this unexpected intrusion. In seconds that felt more like minutes, I was successful . . . and I could scarcely believe what my eyes were seeing. Nick would like to rearrange his plot so that it begins with the commotion in the barn. Which statement best describes how starting in the middle of an exciting part will affect the plot? Nick will need to go back and explain why his parents have worked so hard to keep the farm. Nick will need to provide other exciting details in order to maintain the reader's attention. Nick will need to provide a more detailed conclusion to make up for the events he did not include. Nick will need to go back and relate the events that led up to that moment in the story.
D
Read the passage from Beowulf. Wealhtheow came in, Hrothgar's queen, observing the courtesies. Adorned in her gold, she graciously saluted the men in hall, then handed the cup first to Hrothgar, their homeland's guardian, urging him to drink deep and enjoy it because he was dear to them. And he drank it down like the warlord he was, with festive cheer. So the Helming woman went on her rounds, queenly and dignified, decked out in rings, offering the goblet to all ranks, treating the household and the assembled troop until it was Beowulf's turn to take it from her hand. With measured words she welcomed the Geat and thanked God for granting her wish that a deliverer she could believe in would arrive to ease their afflictions. Which inference is most supported by the passage? Wealhtheow is more interested in wealth and power than she is in the safety of her people. Wealhtheow is not pleased that Beowulf and his men have arrived to fight with Grendel. Wealhtheow is nervous speaking in front of Beowulf and his men because she is afraid of them. Wealhtheow has not been impressed by the men who have fought Grendel up to this point.
D
Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version. At four hundred miles they stopped to eat, at a thousand miles they pitched their camp. They had traveled for just three days and nights, a six weeks' journey for ordinary men. When the sun was setting, they dug a well, they filled their waterskins with fresh water, Gilgamesh climbed to the mountaintop, he poured out flour as an offering and said, "Mountain, bring me a favorable dream." Which feature of epic poetry does this excerpt most clearly show? a courageous hero who answers a call to adventure a journey filled with many challenges a vast setting of distant landscapes supernatural forces, such as gods or monsters, that intervene
NOT D
Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version. Gilgamesh backed away. He said, "How dreadful Humbaba's face has become! It is changing into a thousand nightmare faces, more horrible than I can bear. I feel haunted. I am too afraid to go on." Enkidu answered, "Why, dear friend, do you speak like a coward? What you just said is unworthy of you. It grieves my heart. We must not hesitate or retreat." Which sentence best states the theme of the excerpt? People must persevere despite their fears. Enkidu is a loyal source of encouragement. Gilgamesh needs support to overcome his fear. Cowardice leads to defeat and death
NOT D
Read the point that is being made and the illustration that follows it. Point: Gilgamesh is a strong warrior who triumphs in battle. Illustration: As the two men leave the forest and float down the river, Gilgamesh carries the head of Humbaba. Which explanation best connects this illustration to the point being made? The two men build a raft, and Enkidu steers because Gilgamesh is holding Humbaba's head. Gilgamesh holds Humbaba's head to signal his ultimate defeat of the beast Humbaba and, thus, his strength. This proves that Gilgamesh is courageous because he does not fear revenge from those close to Humbaba. Enkidu and Gilgamesh likely take the beast's head to prove to everyone that he is actually dead.
NOT D
Which detail from Gilgamesh: A New English Version best illustrates a challenging journey? The two men travel a thousand miles at a time before they stop for the night. Gilgamesh makes an offering to the mountain and asks for a favorable dream. Gilgamesh dreams that an enormous mountain falls on him and Enkidu. The two men can hear the roar of Humbaba as they get to the Cedar Forest.
NOT D
Both Beowulf and Grendel are epic poems written hundreds of years ago. tell the story of Grendel's encounters with humans. are written in first-person point of view. show the reader Grendel's perspective on events.
NOT A
Read the excerpt from Grendel. There was nothing to stop the advance of man. Huge boars fled at the click of a harness. Wolves would cower in the glens like foxes when they caught that deadly scent. I was filled with a wordless, obscurely murderous unrest. How is Grendel characterized in this passage? fearful sickly troubled peaceful
NOT A
Read the reflection from Kara's narrative. 1 Ironically, it is from my much younger—and, I used to think, less wise—brother that I learned the value of being honest even when a lie may seem far more tempting at the time. 2 I knew that what he did that day must have been extremely difficult for him. 3 Yet there he stood, taking responsibility for his actions with not a glimmer of hesitation. 4 It is this determination and resolve to do what is right—even when what is right is not what is easy—that I remembered many years later in college when faced with a similar predicament of my own. Which line would most strengthen the reflection in Kara's essay if it were added after sentence 4? When deciding how honest to be about the role I had played in the situation, I kept thinking of my little brother and how he had the wisdom, even at his young age, to do what was right. After unintentionally breaking my roommate's treasured figurine, I squared my shoulders and took responsibility for my actions, much like my little brother had done all those years ago. Even though it had been an accident, I was afraid to admit what had happened and found myself wishing that my younger brother could be there to bolster my courage. To this day, I still remember the incident as vividly as if it had happened yesterday, and I know it is a valuable lesson I will one day share with children of my own. Su
NOT A
Which sentence uses principal correctly? We learned the valuable principal of honesty from Dad. Our school principal is respected in the community. Madame Sofie taught her dancers the principals of ballet. Responsibility is one of life's fundamental principals
NOT A
Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version. At four hundred miles they stopped to eat, at a thousand miles they pitched their camp. They had traveled for just three days and nights, a six weeks' journey for ordinary men. This excerpt is repeated several times. How does this repetition affect the epic? It points out that Gilgamesh and Enkidu must fight Humbaba. It indicates that the gods are helping Gilgamesh and Enkidu. It emphasizes the length of Gilgamesh's and Enkidu's journey. It dramatizes the danger Gilgamesh and Enkidu must face.
NOT B
Read the paragraph from Nick's personal narrative. Standing alone in my family's barn, I thought about how much hard work and time my parents had invested—how much hard work and time we had all invested—in maintaining a fully operational farm. I did not remember a time when my clothes had not reeked of manure or my hair had not held fast to brittle pieces of straw. What would happen if my parents had to sell the farm so we could move closer to my grandparents? Just as I was attempting to imagine a life in the city, a sudden commotion erupted and interrupted my thoughts. With animals squawking and dust flying, I scrambled to pinpoint the source of this unexpected intrusion. In seconds that felt more like minutes, I was successful . . . and I could scarcely believe what my eyes were seeing. Which element of a personal narrative would be best for Nick to include next? a precise description of what the writer is witnessing when he says that he "could scarcely believe what [his] eyes were seeing" a line of dialogue in which the narrative's subject shouts, "Oh my! I can't believe what my eyes are seeing!" a reflection that includes specific examples of how the experience has changed the writer and an analysis of what made it memorable a detailed paragraph that helps to clearly establish the point of view from which the narrative is being told Su
NOT B
The P.I.E. strategy for developing a body paragraph of an essay states that one should first make a point, then illustrate that point with examples, and finally conclude with an explanation of how the illustration is connected to the point being made. from another essay written about the same piece of literature. of why the author chose to include that particular example. from a reliable source to support the point that is being made
NOT B
Consider these themes from Gilgamesh: A New English Version. Good leaders motivate through compelling speech. Soldiers must persevere through challenging trials. Which statement best describes how these themes interact in the tale? Humbaba delivers a threatening speech to Gilgamesh, explaining how he plans to kill him. Gilgamesh encourages Enkidu to continue, and Enkidu faces many tests of courage. Both Gilgamesh and Enkidu convincingly urge each other to endure through hardship. Both Gilgamesh and Enkidu hear Humbaba's pleas for mercy, but they choose to slay him.
NOT D
