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Which poem best explores the psychological complexities of abnormal behavior?
"Porphryia's Lover"
Read the following lines from "Prayer" by Duffy. Pray for us now. Grade 1 piano scales console the lodger looking out across a Midlands town. Which of the following definitions best defines scales in this context? scales - 1) series of ordered musical notes, 2) tray of a balance, 3) bony plates on fish or reptiles, 4) instrument for weighing items
1
Match the following events to the appropriate decade Berlin Wall is constructed
1960s
This series of events occurred in which decade? Berlin Wall built President John F. Kennedy assassinated Beatles release Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band Martin Luther King assassinated Apollo 11 lands on the moon
1960s
Match the following events to the appropriate decade. End of the Vietnam War
1970s
The following events occurred in which era? Britain imposes direct rule on Northern Ireland Oil Crisis North Sea oil production starts End of the Vietnam War Africa - last remaining European colony granted independence Margaret Thatcher becomes first woman prime minister Iran - Ayatollah Kihomeini overthrows Shah
1970s
Match the following events to the appropriate decade. Nuclear accident in Chernobyl (Soviet Union)
1980s
This series of events occurred in which era? IBM personal computer released Soviet Union - nuclear accident occurs in Chernobyl Berlin Wall is torn down reuniting Germany
1980s
Match the following events to the appropriate decade. Princess Diana dies
1990s
The following events occurred in which era? Hubble Space Telescope launched Soviet Union dissolved; Gulf War Nelson Mandela elected president of South Africa United Kingdom signs Kyoto Protocol against global warming Tony Blair becomes prime minister Princess Diana dies
1990s
Match the following events to the appropriate decade. Hijacked planes crash into World Trade Center
2000s
This series of events was found in which era? Hijacked planes crash into the World Trade Center in NY, the Pentagon in Washington D.C., and a field in Pennsylvania Euro becomes currency in Europe Tsunami devastates Southeast Asia
2000s
Match the following events to the appropriate decade. Increased cyber security and hacking
2010s
The following events occurred in which era? Arab Spring Syrian Civil War increased cyber security and hacking
2010s
During the height of the British empire, England owned territory in over what percentage of the land mass of Earth?
40%
Which theme below best captures Tennyson's "In Memoriam?"
A friendship is a personal relationship that transcends death.
Which is the best plot summary for "An Upheaval?"
A governess has her room searched for a missing broach. Her room was searched as well as the servants' quarter. The governess is outraged and even after the landowner confesses that he pawned the broach and begs her to stay, she leaves. She feels that her personal integrity is more important than working in this home.
Which poet was especially appreciated by the Britains during World War I?
A. E. Housman
The Civil War erupts in the United States in 1861. What other significant event happened in the world at this time?
Alexander II frees the serfs in Russia.
Who poses as a foil to Eliza due to a similar social trajectory, but opposite feelings?
Alfred Doolittle
What are three things that will most benefit your comprehension when reading?
Annotating, highlighting, and summarizing
How is doublethink central to helping develop Orwell's theme?
Denying objective reality is a symptom of an oppressed or misled society.
Sprung rhythm is a stanza with a regular number of stressed syllables per line, but an irregular number of unstressed syllables per line. Which poet commonly used this in his verse?
Gerald Manley Hopkins
How did Winston change physically after being imprisoned?
He became even sicker and is now almost bald, gray, thin, and scarred.
What is the first thing Rakesh does when he see he has made an excellent score on his exam in "A Devoted Son"?
He bent down to touch his father's feet.
When Winston wrote the note, "Freedom is the freedom to say that two plus two make four," what is its significance?
He is suggesting there are no alternative facts in a free society.
What is the significance of the appearance of Big Brother?
He looks much like the mustachioed visages of dictators during Orwell's time.
At the end of the novel, how does Winston feel about Big Brother and what does this signify?
He loves Big Brother, and this shows the totalitarian control of the Party forced even the rebel to submit.
What is the historical significance of Emmanuel Goldstein?
His appearance and his status as a traitor exemplify antisemitic tendencies of Orwell's time.
Who is the speaker of "In Memoriam" mourning?
His best friend
Which word best captures how the speaker feels at the conclusion of "In Memoriam?"
Hopeful
Samuel Beckett was a leading playwright in the movement known as Theater of the Absurd. What does that mean?
Human life has no meaning and therefore human actions have no purpose.
Samuel Beckett, the playwright of "Come and Go," was also part of a movement known as Theater of the Absurd. What does that mean?
Human life has no meaning and therefore human actions have no purpose.
Which line from Gandhi's "Defending Nonviolent Resistance" includes persuasive irony?
I am here, therefore, to invite and cheerfully submit to the highest penalty...
Read the sentences below, then choose the sentence that best conforms to the rules of revising and editing- 1
If a student wants his teacher to recognize his effort, he should work diligently.
Read the sentences below, then choose the sentence that best conforms to the rules of revising and editing.
If you want to travel with us, you will have to get permission from your parents and me first.
Which of the following is a theme that is prevalent in Hard Times by Charles Dickens?
Imagination is an important component to a complete education.
How is the view of love different in "Sonnet 43" and "My Last Duchess?" You Answered
In "Sonnet 43" love is passionate gift and in "My Last Duchess" love is trumped by power.
Read the sentences below, then choose the sentence that best conforms to the rules of revising and editing. 5
In order to understand my mother, you would have to know a little bit about my mother's childhood.
Read the last line from "The Explosion" by Philip Larkin. One showing the eggs unbroken. What purpose does this last line serve in the poem?
It emphasizes a sense of optimism for the future.
Why was the construction of the Crystal Palace significant?
It highlighted the technological advances of England.
What is the significance of Julia's assessment that there was something on Winston's face that showed he did not belong?
It implies that others might be able to see the same thing if she did, which could be dangerous.
In "Porphryia's Lover" the strongest theme is -
It is not possible to possess another person.
How is the rat in the room and in Winston's recurring nightmare symbolic?
It represents the hidden telescreen and foreshadows Winston's fate
Read the sentences below, then choose the sentence that best conforms to the rules of revising and editing. 9
Neither of my parents talks in their sleep.
Which of the following characters betrays Winston and tortures and brainwashes him?
O'Brien
Which of the following do many consider the most radical piece of work to come out of the Victorian age?
On the Origin of Species by Charles Darwin
Match the tone to the corresponding poem. "The Soldier"
Peaceful acceptance
Read the sentences below, then choose the sentence that best conforms to the rules of revising and editing. 6
Playing football—though not a requirement for all males going through school—seems to develop teamwork skills in young men.
Literary works of this era presented rather skeptical views and valued individualized versions of truth.
Postmodern
Match the era with its corresponding characteristic. Embraced individual truths (Modern or Postmodern)
Postmodern
Match the era with its corresponding characteristic. Skepticism (Modern or Postmodern)
Postmodern
Kristina has pulled out her MLA Style Book and is documenting her sources in her second draft of her paper. In which phase of the research process is Kristina working?
Presentation
In "A Devoted Son" Anita Desai builds contrast between Rakesh's fame and the run-down outlying areas of the town to make -
Rakesh success shine stronger against the shabby setting
John has just received an assignment in his World Geography class on a group of acculturated people in the South American continent. He begins generating ideas about all of the possible topics he could explore. In which phase of research is John working?
Research Plan
Read the statement below and determine whether the research question is a strong one or a weak one. In what ways are penguins affected by the melting ice caps?
Strong
Read the statement below and determine whether the research question is a strong one or a weak one. What are the effects of easing restrictions on the FDA so that medications are released more quickly?
Strong
Read the sentences below, then choose the sentence that best conforms to the rules of revising and editing. 8
The big brown bear just lay on his back with his feet in the air while eating berries.
Read the sentences below, then choose the sentence that best conforms to the rules of revising and editing. 4
The little girl with long brown braids flew the kite.
What do the eggs symbolize in Philip Larkin's "The Explosion"?
The lives and the deaths of the miners form an unbroken circle of hope.
Which of the following purposes would indicate that the reader may want to read the text rapidly?
The reader needs to get the overall idea of the text.
Read Arthur Clarke's statement below. Man will never conquer space. What does Clarke mean?
The universe is too expansive for man to conquer it.
Read the sentences below, then choose the sentence that best conforms to the rules of revising and editing. 7
The young lady would love to have dinner with the gentleman, but he has not asked yet.
Arthur Clark makes the statement that "Man will never conquer space." What does he mean?
There will always be more to explore because the universe is so expansive.
Arthur Clark in his essay on "We'll Never Conquer Space" says: Man has always accepted whatever price was necessary for his explorations and discoveries. He concludes the statement with "the price of Space is -
Time
At a Hate Week rally, a speaker is forced to switch the focus from Eurasia to Eastasia. (True or False)
True
Gandhi once thought that the system of British government was mainly good. (True or False)
True
Higgins believes he has made Eliza a consort for a king. (True or False)
True
Modern texts lean toward universal truths. (True or False)
True
One concept that seems to lack in wartime poetry is hope. (True or False)
True
The hollow men are being criticized for cowardice, shallowness, and ineffectiveness. (True or False)
True
The meeting of diverse people's in the rainstorm sets up the idea that the play will deal with issues related to social structures. (true or false)
True
Which of the following was not one of the territories under British rule?
Turkey
Read the sentences below, then choose the sentence that best conforms to the rules of revising and editing. 2
We decided yesterday that we would keep this just between you and me.
Read the sentences below, then choose the sentence that best conforms to the rules of revising and editing. 3
We discovered last week that it's possible my cousin has cancer.
Read the statement below and determine whether the research question is a strong one or a weak one. Which performers were Gold Record sellers in 2016?
Weak
When writing the research plan and addressing the component of purpose, what question might you ask?
What is the best way to reach the audience with my message?
Which of the following would be a theme in "An Upheaval" by Chekhov?
When humiliated by others, you have a choice - accept it or walk away from it.
If a subheading in a text is "English Victories Over Napoleon," what question might best assist your comprehension of the section?
Which victories did England have over Napoleon?
What is ironic about what Winston learns is the real reason the Party seeks power?
Winston thought there must be some logical reason but learned that lust for power was their only motivation.
Including a counter-argument into your research indicates that -
You are trying to show the complexity of an issue through multiple views
The literary nonfiction glossary shares many terms with the fiction glossary because both
are narrative
When using a style guide, it is best to -
be consistent through the paper
In "Next Term, We'll Mash You" what does "we'll mash you" mean?
beat you up
What does the phrase "we'll mash you" mean?
beat you up
Higgins' inability to think about Eliza's future most likely means that--
both of them will be unprepared for what happens next
What is the first thing Rakesh does upon seeing his excellent exam results?
bows and touches his father's feet
Pygmalion is deeply entrenched in the culture of its time. This is best demonstrated by how the plot--
breaks social norms by allowing for social mobility
The rainstorm in this act is simply a device to--
bring diverse peoples together
Read the following lines from "The Explosion." At noon, there came a tremor; cows Stopped chewing for a second; sun, Scarfed as in a heat-haze, dimmed The poet uses a simile to -
describe how the sun looked as if a scarf was wrapped around it
Eliza's desire to take a taxi home instead of walking with Freddy in Act 3 represents her--
desire to control her own life
Alfred Doolittle's stance on the "undeserving poor" is contradicted by his--
desire to maintain his status
To evaluate your sources for your research, you should -
determine whether the source is relevant and answers your research question
The major difference between discovery drafting and planned drafting is -
discovery drafting is about plunging into the writing without a clear ideas on a subject while planned is using an outline or organizer before drafting.
Shaw seems to believe that Freddy would be a terrible match for Eliza because he--
does not bring anything to the relationship
Alfred Doolittle is the opposite of Eliza because he
does not wish to alter his social class.
The term "soliloquy" only appears in which glossary?
drama
Match each of the following ministries in this book with their function. Miniplenty
economics
The term "critique" only appears in which glossary?
expository
Which words capture Hornby's take on much of the current pop music playing across the air?
inane and juvenile
Match the tone to the corresponding poem. "Anthem for Doomed Youth"
incredulous anger
The significance of the fact that Eliza is a part of a bet is that it--
indicates Higgins' lack of regard for her
Thus far in the play, Shaw seems to be emphasizing the theme that--
people cannot be defined by their class or appearance
Read the following lines from "In the Kitchen." The ironing-board thanks god for its two good strong legs and sturdy back What form of figurative language is the poet using?
personification
Shaw sets up the social conflict in Act 1 by--
placing the upper and lower class together in a small space
Sam wants to use an interview with a survivor of the Holocaust. What type of resource is he using?
primary source
In the Hornby essay, he speaks of Dave Eggers theory in which he sees music as -
puzzles to be solved
What finally causes Winston to betray Julia?
rats
According to Hindu belief, a human life is divided into four stages -
student, householder, pilgrim, hermit
The major conflict in "A Devoted Son" is that of -
traditional customs of respect and the modern education parents want for their children
The mood in "Dover Beach" changes after line 9. What was the mood in lines 1-8?
tranquil and peaceful
Which of the following is NOT a form of support?
transitions of spatial relationships
Read the following sentence from "A Devoted Son." How one man - and a man born to illiterate parents, his father having worked for a kerosene dealer and his mother having spent her life in a kitchen - had achieved, combined and conducted such a medley of vitues, no one could fathom, but all acknowledged his talent and skill. Which is the best definition of the word fathom?
understand thoroughly
Paragraphs are important for -
unity and coherence.
Based on your understanding of the Victorian age, which piece of information about the British empire best describes the relationship of the writer to tradition?
use of the traditional elegy ("In Memoriam" by Tennyson) questioning whether a benevolent God would allow a man at 22 to die
When choosing precise words, you might want to avoid
using verbs from the "to be"family
Duffy in her poem "Prayer" uses the wind through the trees and practicing musical scales on a piano to -
value the everyday experiences especially in times of emptiness
Eliza's issue with the looking glass is a symbol for her discomfort with--
vanity
Match each of the following ministries in this book with their function. Minipax
war
The real meaning of "WAR IS PEACE" is that--
war enables the government to keep people ignorant of life in other places
Read the following sentence from "Next Term, We'll Mash You." His face is haggard with anticipation. Which definition best defines the word haggard?
wild-eyed or tired
Read the following stanza from "In the Kitchen." The kettle alone knows the good he does, here in the kitchen, loving the world, steadfastly loving What does the word steadfastly mean in this verse?
without wavering
What part of Charles Dicken's background plays an important role in his stories?
working long hours in a factory as a child
Read the following sentence from "A Devoted Son." This moved many of the women in the crowd so much that they were seen to raise the ends of their saris and dab at their teams while the men reached out for the betel-leaves and sweetmeats that were offered around on trays and shook their head in wonder and approval os such exemplary behavior. What does the word exemplary mean in this sentence?
worthy of serving as a model
Having an organizational strategy will assist in -
writing clearly articulated and well-developed papers
The play "Come and Go" opens with three female figures on a bench who are -
childhood friends
Read the following sentence from "We'll Never Conquer Space-" Five years to the triple system of Alpha Centauri, 10 to the strangely-matched doublet Sirius A and B, 11 to the tantalizing enigma of 61 Cygni. Look carefully at the Latin words Alpha Centauri, Sirius, and Cygni. These are Latin words that describe -
components of the visible universe
Philip Larkin in "The Explosion" uses a tone that is -
conversational
What song is driving Hornby "potty"?
"I'm Like a Bird"
When choosing sources for your research from the Internet, which URL ending would be most reliable?
.gov
Which of the following best describes Orwell's political ideology, which drove his worldview and his inclination to use the dystopian novel to call attention to the dangers of totalitarianism?
Democratic Socialism
What motif in this novel is reinforced through the relationship between Winston and O'Brien?
Betrayal
What is the organizational structure of the Party from the top down (top-left to bottom-right)?
Big Brother, Inner Party, Outer Party, Proles
How is the spirit of Ulysses in the poem "Ulysses" like the spirit of Britain?
Both Ulysses and Britain were restless and wanted to explore the world.
Winston Churchill issued his wartime speech to the British people--
in anticipation of German retaliation
When Dickens penned the words, "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times..." what likely is the message he wanted to convey?
During the Victorian age, there were positive things such as the laws passed regulating child labor and there were negative things such as people living in slums.
What does Eliza mean when she says, "I've got a little of my own back, anyhow," at the end of Act 4?
Eliza has exacted some revenge by making Higgins feel as poorly as she does.
Which of the following do historians consider to be a triumph for England during the Victorian age?
England purchased the Suez Canal
A theme that is prevalent in Jane Eyre is -
Everyone desires to be loved, but each person must learn to gain it without sacrificing oneself.
Eliot sympathizes with the hollow men. (True or False)
False
Eliza has a decent understanding of what lessons from Higgins should cost.
False
Eliza is angry purely because she was not congratulated. (True or False)
False
Literature in the Modern era was very similar to literature in the Victorian era. (True or False)
False
Mohandas Gandhi partook in riots that led to his prison sentence.
False
Only English writers who fought in wars reflected a sense of war in their writing. (True or False)
False
When Gandhi says he "is here to cheerfully submit to the highest penalty," he means that he is happy about his sentence. (True or False)
False
Read the following excerpt from T.S. Eliot's "The Hollow Men." (pg. 1163-1166) "Between the idea And the act Fails the Shadow For Thine is the Kingdom Between the conception And the creation Between the emotion And the response Falls the Shadow Life is very long" What aspect of this excerpt reflects the feelings of the time?
Form
Alfredo is reading through several articles, paraphrasing and summarizing information in accordance with standard formatting. In which phase of the research process is Alfredo working?
Gathering Sources
Eusebia has researched her topic and is now logging her information into a spreadsheet. In which phase of the research process is Eusebia working?
Gathering sources
Match the era with its corresponding characteristic. Embraced universal truths (Modern or Postmodern)
Modern
Match the era with its corresponding characteristic. Reason (Modern or Postmodern)
Modern
A theme for "Ulysses" might be
Neither age nor physical weakness should keep man from driving for achievement and experience.
How is revising different from editing?
Revising is about content and structure changes while editing is about punctuation and spelling.
A theme found in "Dover Beach" might be -
Romantic love can provide a safe place from the misery of life.
Who was considered the Poet of the Empire?
Rudyard Kipling
Which of the following did NOT impact Orwell's worldview?
Secret Police in the USA
Which of the following best supports the theme of isolation in "The Lady of Shallot?"
She lives alone on an island under a spell.
What is significant about the fourth section of "The Lady of Shallot?"
Sir Lancelot gives her a blessing though she is dead.
Which of the following components would not be included in your research plan?
Spreadsheet
Match the tone to the corresponding poem. "Wireres"
Steady perseverance
Marilyn is writing a summary of the text she just read. She has strong opinions about the piece and those opinions are contrary to what the author is saying. Marilyn has a test in the morning over this information. What rule about using summaries to build comprehension has Marilyn forgotten?
Summaries not opinion-based, but objective
Why is Eliza's use of the word "bloody" considered so shocking at Mrs. Higgins' place?
That is a very improper expression in that society.
Eliot's reference to "Mistah Kurtz" and "the Old Guy" at the beginning of "The Hollow Men" (pg. 1163-1166) is a literary device known as __________, which he uses throughout the poem.
allusion
The end of the play seems to emphasize the theme that--
a person's worth and happiness is not defined by social class
What symbol appears at the end of this scene that allows Eliza to demonstrate her agency?
a taxi
Strong paragraphs include -
a topic sentence, supporting sentences, examples, and a concluding sentence
One of the strongest rhetorical strategies in Churchill's speech is his--
ability to incite unity
The description of Higgins in Act 2 states that "he is, in fact, but for his years and size, rather like a very impetuous baby 'taking notice' eagerly and loudly, and requiring almost as much watching to keep him out of unintended mischief." What is most likely the definition of impetuous as used in the excerpt above?
acting suddenly or impulsively
Once the father becomes sick and lives with Rakesh, he shows his son some bitterness and spite because -
his son is in good health and young
The eggs in "The Explosion" by Larkin symbolize -
hope, new life
Eliza and Higgins' conflict over the idea of her marrying Freddy can best be described as--
idealism vs. pragmaticism
Higgins' love of linguistics allows him to--
identify where people are from within London
Higgins demonstrates what talent that annoys others so much?
identifying peoples' birthplaces based on their accent/dialect
What is the impact of creating ironic titles for each of the governing bodies?
illuminates the duality of those in control
Dystopian novels contain concepts such as control, dehumanization, oppression, and--.
illusion of perfection
Eliza and Higgins' conflict cannot be resolved because they--
have too much pride
Glossaries should be referenced after reading a piece.
false
Which of the following is a transition of cause and effect?
for this reason
The structure of the poem reflects the ______________ emotions in post-war England.
fragmented
Which of the following is NOT characteristic of a dystopian novel?
freedom
The social reforms that Charles Dickens addressed included -
gender differences in the treatment of girls in schools
In Act 5, Higgins' statement that he will miss Eliza seems--
genuine
When you preview a text, you are looking for which of the following?
graphics, bold text, and subheadings
Higgins has a hard time seeing Eliza as anything other than a--
guttersnipe
Higgins discussion with his mother at the end of the act reveals that he--
has not considered Eliza's future at all
Gandhi's success in the speech comes from the fact that--
his conviction will only make him look moral and the government look evil
Eliza's lack of success at Mrs. Higgins' place is due to her--
limited knowledge of manners
According to Goldstein's book, the main purpose of war is to--
maintain a consistent social structure
What is the purpose of Churchill's wartime speech?
to warn and prepare British citizens for coming trials
The author, Desai, chose to write in English because
it is the language of books
Gandhi admits to the crimes he is accused of because he--
knows it is his moral duty to defend what is right
Match each of the following ministries in this book with their function. Miniluv
law and order
Match each of the following ministries in this book with their function. Minitrue
news
Alfred Doolittle's unhappiness with his new situation shows that--
not everyone desires social mobility
Erma is following her research plan as she gathers sources. What is one thing Erma must be careful to avoid?
over-reliance on one source
In Hornby's essay "I'm Like a Bird," he describes current pop music as -
repetitive and poorly written
When evaluating a source for use in your research, consider -
reviewing the publication date and date of web updates
Sally wants to use two charts and three magazine articles. What category best describes these sources?
secondary source
Selena wants to use photos and articles in her presentation. What type of source is she using?
secondary source
What is something that the upper class in Britain has done for their children for years?
sent them to exclusive private schools
Eliza's radical idea in marrying Freddy is that--
she can make something out of him
Read the following line from "In the Kitchen." A jug of water has its own lustrous turmoil What does the word lustrous mean in this stanza?
shining
Compared to Mrs. Higgins, Henry Higgins appears--
short-sighted
When asking for feedback on an essay you have written, it is wise to -
tell the reviewer where you are in the writing process.
Which of the following would NOT be a great way to start your introduction?
telling the reader who you are
When the daughter-in-law refuses to serve the father, her refusal of disobedience showed -
that the daughter-in-law, though traditional, is breaking out of that role when she can
The final irony in "Ah, Are You Digging on My Grave?" is exemplified when -
the dog is burying his bone where the grave is because he forgot his mistress was there
Wilfred Owen's intended message in "Anthem for Doomed Youth," is that--
the horrors of war are far too great
Which of the following do historians consider to be a tragedy for England during the Victorian age?
the millions of Irish who died during the famine
What genre of literature was most predominant during the Victorian age?
the novel
The dramatic climax in the short play "Come and Go" is punctuated by -
the three whispers and reactions
Clarke's essay plays to a theme that -
there is a sense of universal human homelessness
In "Prayer" Duffy refers to "Latin chanting" to acknowledge the Latin used for prayers during mass. Why does Duffy reference this specific event?
though the words may be mysterious, people find trust in the words
Shuttle in her poem "In the Kitchen" uses personification with the ironing board, the new fridge, the chair, the table, and the kettle. Why would Shuttle choose to use the figurative language of personification?
to convey the meaning of her loss more effectively
Contrary to the beginning of the play "Come and Go" where the women seem reluctant to speak of the past, at the end they remember -
to make the Celtic knot "in the old way"