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Read the excerpt from The Odyssey. Now Zeus the lord of cloud roused in the northa storm against the ships, and driving veilsof squall moved down like night on land and sea.The bows went plunging at the gust; sailscracked and lashed out strips in the big wind.We saw death in that fury, dropped the yards,unshipped the oars, and pulled for the nearest lee:then two long days and nights we lay offshoreworn out and sick at heart, tasting our grief,until a third Dawn came with ringlets shining.Then we put up our masts, hauled sail, and rested,letting the steersmen and the breeze take over. Which elements of epic poetry are shown in this excerpt? Select three options. supernatural elements an invocation of a muse a difficult journey with trials rhyme and repetition of words important historical events a hero showing perseverance
1. supernatural elements 3. a difficult journey with trials 6. a hero showing perseverance
Which are reasons a student would write a blog? Select five answer options. to publish academic research to entertain with humorous stories to reflect upon important events to use a formal, rigid writing format to connect with faraway friends to record everyday events informally to promote one's viewpoint
2. to entertain with humorous stories 3. to reflect upon important events 5. to connect with faraway friends 6. to record everyday events informally 7. to promote one's viewpoint
Read the excerpt from The Odyssey. 'O hear me, lord, blue girdler of the islands, if I am thine indeed, and thou art father: grant that Odysseus, raider of cities, never see his home: Laertes' son, I mean, who kept his hail on Ithaca. Should destiny intend that he shall see his roof again among his family in his father land, far be that day, and dark the years between. Let him lose all companions, and return under strange sail to bitter days at home.' What motivates the Cyclops to ask Poseidon for the demise of Odysseus and all his men? Select two options. He hates all the Greeks because they destroyed Troy. He wants revenge for the loss of his eye. He thinks all of mankind is weak and feeble. He is angered by Odysseus's taunts.
A. He hates all the Greeks because they destroyed Troy. B. He wants revenge for the loss of his eye.
Which sentence shows the correct use of a common homophone? I would like to come along with everyone, too. After school, you need to go two the library. We should arrive at the house by to o'clock. Julio bought to many sandwiches and chips.
A. I would like to come along with everyone, too.
Read the passage from Rain Myths. Near the beginning of life on Earth, Shen Nong, who was the Lord of the Wind, made many journeys over our world. Shen Nong was the second of the Three Sovereigns. The other two Chinese sovereigns were called Fu Xi and Yen Ti. One after another, they helped create civilization and imparted to mankind many skills, lessons, and gifts. Which sentence from the passage is the best example of a feature found in a myth? Near the beginning of life on Earth, Shen Nong, who was the Lord of the Wind, made many journeys over our world. Shen Nong was the second of the Three Sovereigns. The other two Chinese sovereigns were called Fu Xi and Yen Ti. One after another, they helped create civilization and imparted to mankind many skills, lessons, and gifts.
A. Near the beginning of life on Earth, Shen Nong, who was the Lord of the Wind, made many journeys over our world.
Which sentence contains the best example of descriptive details? The apartment shuddered under the onslaught of the howling wind. They were about to move into the new apartment building last week. In preparation for the move to the apartment, they had to pack first. Inside the apartment, there was a lot to do to make it habitable.
A. The apartment shuddered under the onslaught of the howling wind.
Read the excerpt from a discussion of themes in The Odyssey - Penelope. Throughout Penelope's encounter with the disguised Odysseus, she demonstrates how loyal she has been to him during his long absence. What is the best way to summarize the theme being discussed? The character of Penelope is very loyal. Odysseus deserves Penelope's loyalty. Relationships are often made of loyalty. Loyalty is the key to lasting relationships.
A. The character of Penelope is very loyal.
Read the excerpt from "The Scarlet Ibis." That summer, the summer of 1918, was blighted. In May and June there was no rain and the crops withered, curled up, then died under the thirsty sun. One morning in July a hurricane came out of the east, tipping over the oaks in the yard and splitting the limbs of the elm trees. That afternoon it roared back out of the west, blew the fallen oaks around, snapping their roots and tearing them out of the earth like a hawk at the entrails of a chicken. Cotton bolls were wrenched from the stalks and lay like green walnuts in the valleys between the rows, while the cornfield leaned over uniformly so that the tassels touched the ground. Doodle and I followed Daddy out into the cotton field, where he stood, shoulders sagging, surveying the ruin. When his chin sank down onto his chest, we were frightened, and Doodle slipped his hand into mine. Suddenly Daddy straightened his shoulders, raised his giant knuckly fist, and with a voice that seemed to rumble out of the earth itself began cursing heaven, hell, the weather, and the Republican Party. Doodle and I, prodding each other and giggling, went back to the house, knowing that everything would be all right. Which phrases are examples of sensory imagery that make the details of the setting more vivid? Choose three answers. crops withered, curled up, then died under the thirsty sun morning in July a hurricane came out of the east snapping their roots and tearing them out of the earth a voice that seemed to rumble out of the earth itself prodding each other and giggling, went back to the house
A. crops withered, curled up, then died under the thirsty sun B. morning in July a hurricane came out of the east D. a voice that seemed to rumble out of the earth itself
Look at the maps. The top map shows carbon dioxide released by wildfires. The bottom map shows how the carbon dioxide would have been reduced by prescribed fires. In an essay that talks about ways to reduce carbon dioxide, these maps would most likely be used as evidence to support a claim that prescribed fires are beneficial. a rebuttal against a claim that prescribed fires are beneficial. evidence to support a counterclaim that prescribed fires are not a benefit. a rebuttal against a counterclaim that prescribed fires provide benefits.
A. evidence to support a claim that prescribed fires are beneficial.
Read the paragraph from The Hot Zone. C. J. knew that if people learned what this virus could do, there would be traffic jams heading out of Reston, with mothers screaming at television cameras, "Where are my children?" When he talked to the Washington Post reporters, he was careful not to discuss the more dramatic aspects of the operation. ("I thought it would not be a good idea to talk about space suits," he explained to me much later.) He was careful not to use scary military terms such as virus amplification, lethal chain of transmission, crash and bleed, or major pucker factor. The author most likely included this paragraph to explain some of the reasons for downplaying the seriousness of the situation. describe the ways in which people overreact whenever danger is suspected. persuade the reader that newspapers always blow things out of proportion. illustrate the idea that scientists frequently have to hide the truth from civilians.
A. explain some of the reasons for downplaying the seriousness of the situation.
Read the passage from The Odyssey - Amphimedon. "Amphimedon,What ruin brought you into this undergloom?All in a body, picked men, and so young?One could not better choose the kingdom's pride.Were you at sea, aboard ship, and Poseidonblew up a dire wind and foundering waves,or cattle-raiding, were you, on the mainland,or in a fight for some stronghold, or women,when the foe hit you to your mortal hurt?Tell me, answer my question. Guest and friendI say I am of yours—or do you not rememberI visited your family there?" From the way that Agamemnon talks to Amphimedon, the reader can infer that Agamemnon is disturbed by Amphimedon. is fighting with Amphimedon. has great respect for Amphimedon. has a deep affection for Amphimedon.
A. is disturbed by Amphimedon.
Read the excerpt from "Binding Memories." Bound by a spines trong enough to hold entire worlds of information and dreams, history and invention. The speaker's words reveal her resolve to write her own book. enthusiasm for reading every book. reverence for the written word. admiration of famous authors.
A. resolve to write her own book.
Read the sentence. The snow and ice that arrived last night elated kids and adults alike when they awoke to a winter wonderland. What is the compound subject of the sentence? snow and ice night kids and adults they
A. snow and ice
In "Binding Memories," a book's spine serves as an extended metaphor for the speaker's support for her sister's marriage. determination to reach her goals. interest in many different subjects. deep enthusiasm for reading.
A. support for her sister's marriage.
Read the passage. When I got to my cabin at camp, the other campers showered me with a chorus of greetings. "I'm Alex. Happy to see another redhead!" the closest to me said. "Javier," called the boy sitting next to him. "I like your glasses, Javier," I said. "Thanks!" He grinned. "Miguel," waved the boy in the corner. "I hope you like comic books!" A fourth boy, taller than the rest, walked up and shook my hand. "I'm Asher. Grab a bunk and we'll help you settle in. " Why did the author most likely use dialogue instead of description? to allow the plot to progress to show how the narrator felt to emphasize the point of view to show who the characters are
A. to allow the plot to progress
Which statement should be revised for a more formal tone? Poseidon, god of the sea, and Athena, goddess of war, fought for the city of Athens. Poseidon threw his spear, which produced the Spring of Acropolis. Amaltheia was kind of like a goat who fed Zeus, which Zeus was really happy about. In fact, he turned the goat's horn into the horn of plenty. Chronos was the ancient Greek symbol of time. His appearance, a wise old man with a long beard, is similar to a current symbol, Father Time. Sisyphus displeased the gods by disclosing secrets. He found himself forced to roll a heavy stone uphill, only to see it roll back once it reached the peak.
B. Amaltheia was kind of like a goat who fed Zeus, which Zeus was really happy about. In fact, he turned the goat's horn into the horn of plenty.
Look at the frame from Iqbal. Read the excerpt from Free the Children. Iqbal knew what freedom was. He had showed it to others. "We are free!" And one day that boy, like Iqbal, must shout it, too. That was the real power of Iqbal. Which is one similarity between the frame and the excerpt? Both demonstrate that Iqbal's death received worldwide media attention. Both demonstrate that Iqbal had an impact on others after his death. Both illustrate how Iqbal was able to reach people at rallies around the world. Both illustrate how Iqbal's death impacted children enslaved in factories.
B. Both demonstrate that Iqbal had an impact on others after his death.
In Amaterasu, how do Susanowo's actions affect the advancement of the plot? He causes the other gods to gather. He causes Amaterasu to take away the sun. He causes the other gods to celebrate. He causes Amaterasu to force evil to retreat
B. He causes Amaterasu to take away the sun.
The Odyssey - Amphimedon shows that Greek society valued loyalty because of the way the suitors treat Penelope. Penelope treats the suitors. Amphimedon treats Agamemnon. Agamemnon treats Amphimedon.
B. Penelope treats the suitors.
Read the sentence. Hearing the key in the lock, the delighted dog dashed to the front door. How is the underlined prepositional phrase used in the sentence? as an adjectival phrase as an adverbial phrase as a noun phrase as a verb phrase
B. as an adverbial phrase
Read the passage from The Odyssey - Amphimedon The swineherd led him to the manor later in rags like a foul beggar, old and broken, propped on a stick. These tatters that he wore hid him so well that none of us could know him when he turned up, not even the older men. We jeered at him, took potshots at him, cursed him. Daylight and evening in his own great hall he bore it, patient as a stone. The two similes in the passage present an image of Odysseus as elderly but lively. battered but unruffled. dirty but amusing. needy but rude.
B. battered but unruffled.
Read the excerpt from Part 3 of The Odyssey by Homer. They scrambled to their places by the rowlocksand all in line dipped oars in the gray sea.But soon an offshore breeze blew to our liking—a canvas-bellying breeze, a lusty shipmate sentby the singing nymph with sunbright hair.So we made fast the braces, and we rested,letting the wind and steersman work the ship. Based on the excerpt, readers can conclude that Odysseus (the speaker) keeps detailed records of the changing weather. credits the singing nymph for the favorable wind. enjoys the company of the new man aboard his ship. follows the orders issued by the ship's steersman.
B. credits the singing nymph for the favorable wind.
What must writers do when using language taken directly from an outside source? Select three choices. include all footnotes from the original text use quotation marks around the author's words cite the source after the direct quotation is used include illustrations or graphics from the original text explain how the quotation supports their point
B. use quotation marks around the author's words C. cite the source after the direct quotation is used E. explain how the quotation supports their point
Which is the best comparison of tone in these two essays on genetically modified food? Both essays rely on pathos and have an angry tone. Both essays rely on pathos and have a chaotic tone. Both essays rely on logos and have a somber tone. Both essays rely on logos and have a serious tone.
C. Both essays rely on logos and have a somber tone.
Based on Agamemnon's and Amphimedon's speeches in The Odyssey - Amphimedon, how have the characters been changed by their deaths? Both show humility after their deaths. Neither has changed after their deaths. Both show great anger after their deaths. Neither has grown arrogant after their deaths.
C. Both show great anger after their deaths.
Which excerpt from The Odyssey demonstrate the importance of loyalty in Greek society? "O Father, all my life like your fameas a fighting man has echoed in my ears" "Suppose Athena's arm is over us, and Zeusher father's, must I rack my brains for more?" But when he knew he heard Odysseus' voice nearby, he did his best to wag his tail Odysseus only shook his head, containing thoughts of bloody work, as he walked on
C. But when he knew he heard Odysseus' voice nearby, he did his best to wag his tail or A. "O Father, all my life like your fame as a fighting man has echoed in my ears"
Chase and his classmates are discussing local service opportunities. Chase is excited to share his idea of providing sack lunches for those in need. During the discussion, Chase offers information about his service project. He listens carefully to the questions of the group and answers respectfully. Which best describes what kind of speaker Chase is? Chase is not an effective speaker because he uses very informal language. Chase is not an effective speaker because he is not confident about his idea. Chase is a very effective speaker because he comes prepared to share. Chase is a very effective speaker because he communicates non-verbally.
C. Chase is a very effective speaker because he comes prepared to share.
Which blog statement is an example of a claim? Studies show that children with household animals do well in school. My favorite childhood memory is showing my goat at the state fair. Raising chickens is a meaningful way to teach kids responsibility. Plymouth Rock chickens are a popular breed in the United States.
C. Raising chickens is a meaningful way to teach kids responsibility.
Read the passage from Heracles.Ancient peoples believed in a pantheon of gods. To the ancient Greeks, the gods possessed human characteristics, including their weaknesses, such as vanity, greed, jealousy, vengefulness, and cruelty. In their stories, there was regular interaction between gods and humans, as well as demigods, who were the offspring of a union between a god and a mortal. Thus, many myths have to do with the struggle between them. Based on the passage, what did the ancient Greeks most likely believe about their gods? The gods had greater character flaws than humans. The gods had fewer character flaws than humans. The gods lived by the same values as humans. The gods lived by different values than humans.
C. The gods lived by the same values as humans.
Which event in Amaterasu does the author include to create suspense? As a storm god, Susanowo rules the sea. Amaterasu takes the sun and hides in a cave. The other gods remain cautious as they watch. Amaterasu and peace return to the lands.
C. The other gods remain cautious as they watch.
Look at the frames from Iqbal. How does the author achieve his purpose of highlighting Iqbal's bravery in these frames? by showing Iqbal helping others escape the factory owner by showing the factory owner making a deal with Iqbal's family by showing the factory owner making a threat directed at Iqbal by showing Iqbal telling the factory owner he is leaving
C. by showing the factory owner making a threat directed at Iqbal
Read the excerpt from "Say No to GM Food." These unknown consequences have kept many countries in need of a larger food supply steering clear of importing large amounts of GM food or growing the crops on their soil. Kenya, a country with a known food deficit, has banned GM crops entirely. What is the best meaning of "deficit" in this sentence? inventory process lack issue
C. lack
Use the thesaurus entry for labyrinth to answer the question. labyrinth noun Definition: a place that has many confusing paths and passages;something that is extremely difficult to understand Synonyms: entanglement, jungle, maze, puzzle, warren, web Which synonym best replaces the word labyrinth in the sentence below? The gardeners had constructed a complicated labyrinth of pathways that led us through the hedges. entanglement jungle maze web
C. maze
Which word from the second stanza of "The Bells" does Poe use to best convey the mood of the stanza? voluminously balmy mellow golden
C. mellow
In Rain Myths, what do the titles of the two myths imply about them? that the main characters in the myths have supernatural powers that the purpose of the myths is to explain a natural phenomenon that the main characters in the myths interact with powerful beings that the purpose of the myths is to explain religious beliefs
C. that the main characters in the myths interact with powerful beings
Read the paragraph. (1) Owning a pet is popular in the United States. (2) For example, an estimated 83 million people own dogs and about 95 million own cats. (3) However, only about twenty percent of people choose to adopt their pet from a shelter. (4) Specifically, that's about 3-4 million cats and dogs who are adopted each year from shelters. (5) Finally, 6-8 million enter shelters. Which transition in the paragraph should be revised? Revise "for example" at the beginning of Sentence 2. Revise "however" at the beginning of Sentence 3. Revise "specifically" at the beginning of Sentence 4. Revise "finally" at the beginning of Sentence 5.
D. Revise "finally" at the beginning of Sentence 5.
Read the poem excerpt. As every eye awaits her hand To cue the members of the band. Which statement best describes the meter? The meter is free, imitating the flow of conversational speech. The meter is free, making the poem unpredictable. The meter is fixed, and every syllable is stressed. The meter is fixed, drawing attention to the end rhyme.
D. The meter is fixed, drawing attention to the end rhyme.
Which best compares the authors' purposes in Silent Springand "A Case for Waawaatesi"? Both authors want readers to protect human rights. Both authors want readers to focus on saving trees. Both authors intend to entertain readers with their essays. Both authors intend to convince readers of their viewpoint.
D. Both authors intend to convince readers of their viewpoint.
Which excerpt from "Binding Memories" contains imagery that helps the reader understand why the speaker loves books? No matter how many were printed,there was only one copy like mine. I stole—well, borrowed—the shoe box of letters I'm glad I'm a "romantic soul,"that my work is worthwhile. I cherished the musty smell of the paper,the permanence of the deep black ink,
D. I cherished the musty smell of the paper,the permanence of the deep black ink,
Which in-text citation is formatted correctly in MLA style? Odysseus and his men "slept again above the wash of ripples.(Homer 68)." Odysseus and his men, "slept again above the wash of ripples.(Homer 68)" Odysseus and his men, "slept again above the wash of ripples." Homer (68) Odysseus and his men "slept again above the wash of ripples" (Homer 68).
D. Odysseus and his men "slept again above the wash of ripples" (Homer 68).
Which sentence is in the active voice? The pact was negotiated by a team of seasoned diplomats. The garden was colonized by a dazzling variety of weeds. Our teacher was quoted in a magazine last week. Our old toaster always burns the toast on one side.
D. Our old toaster always burns the toast on one side.
Read the paragraph from a letter. I am writing to you today to discuss the situation at the downtown park. Recently, my family and I attended the annual town picnic there. Unfortunately, we were mobbed by unruly geese who stole our lunches. The overwhelming number of geese at the park has become unacceptable. Which sentence contains the viewpoint? I am writing to you today to discuss the situation at the downtown park. Recently, my family and I attended the annual town picnic there. Unfortunately, we were mobbed by unruly geese who stole our lunches. The overwhelming number of geese at the park has become unacceptable.
D. The overwhelming number of geese at the park has become unacceptable.
Read the excerpt from The Odyssey. Now Zeus the lord of cloud roused in the northa storm against the ships, and driving veilsof squall moved down like night on land and sea.The bows went plunging at the gust; sailscracked and lashed out strips in the big wind.We saw death in that fury, dropped the yards,unshipped the oars, and pulled for the nearest lee:then two long days and nights we lay offshoreworn out and sick at heart, tasting our grief,until a third Dawn came with ringlets shining. What does this excerpt most suggest about the beliefs of the ancient Greeks? They believed that nature's strength was wholly uncontrollable. They believed that nature's wrath could never be overcome. They believed that the gods were frequently unfair in their actions. They believed that the gods often punished people for acting badly.
D. They believed that the gods often punished people for acting badly.
Read the excerpt from "Binding Memories." "Ah, the romantic soul!" said my parents skeptically, worried that my business would fail, that I was behind the times. Based on this stanza, how do the speaker's parents feel about her decision to pursue book publishing? They wish the speaker did not have such an active imagination. They want the speaker to build a large and successful company. They want the speaker to help her family through her work. They wish the speaker would choose a more reliable profession.
D. They wish the speaker would choose a more reliable profession.
Read the excerpt from "Dwaina Brooks." Dwaina tore into the house that night after school and found her mother, Gail. As usual, she was in the kitchen. "Mama," Dwaina said. "I need you to help me fix some stuff to take down to that shelter we call at school. Let's make up as much as we can. Sandwiches and chicken. Let's get everyone to do it. C'mon." In this excerpt, Dwaina's words and actions reveal that she is overbearing. gentle. carefree. determined.
D. determined.
Read the paragraph. Recently, I have noticed that our student body has adopted a practice that should be avoided. Students discard a large amount of uneaten food during lunch. Everything thrown in the trash bins ends up in a landfill, which is a problem because the pollution and gases related to landfills can harm the environment. The writer uses the first sentence to point out several effects of the problem. sum up the importance of the problem. propose a solution. express a viewpoint.
D. express a viewpoint.
An effective moderator of a group discussion tells participants what they should say. encourages contention and disorder. introduces personal opinions into the discussion. helps the group remember the rules of discussion.
D. helps the group remember the rules of discussion.
Based on its structure, which word most likely means "someone who takes advantage of circumstances"? credulous disdainful proactive opportunistic
D. opportunistic
In Rain Myths, "The Chinese Rain-Master" and "The Madagascan Myth" both feature rewards for good behavior. penalties for bad behavior. family values. origin stories.
D. origin stories.
Read the sentence. The media criticized Governor Dunham's callous behavior, noting that the politician regularly ignored the struggles of the people who had voted for her. What is the definition of "callous" in this context? immature impolite unenthusiastic unsympathetic
D. unsympathetic
