ELA 11A Honors Unit Tests

Which excerpt from "The Adventure of the Mysterious Picture" conveys the playful tone of the passage? The attention of the company was immediately turned to me; if my face had been pale the moment before, it now glowed almost to burning. I tried to laugh, but could only make a grimace; and found all the muscles of my face twitching at sixes and sevens. There is a picture in the room in which I was put last night, that has had an effect upon me the most singular and incomprehensible. "A picture!" said the old gentleman with the haunted head. "A picture!" cried the narrator with the waggish nose. "A picture! a picture!" echoed several voices.

"A picture!" said the old gentleman with the haunted head. "A picture!" cried the narrator with the waggish nose. "A picture! a picture!" echoed several voices.

Which of the following quotations by Huck's father in chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is an example of irony? "Starchy clothes—very. You think you're a good deal of a big-bug, DON'Tyou?" "You're educated, too, they say—can read and write. You think you're better'n your father, now, don't you, because he can't?" "And looky here—you drop that school, you hear? I'll learn people to bring up a boy to put on airs over his own father and let on to be better'n what HE is." "All right. I'll ask him; and I'll make him pungle, too, or I'll know the reason why.

"And looky here—you drop that school, you hear? I'll learn people to bring up a boy to put on airs over his own father and let on to be better'n what HE is."

Read the quotation from Henry David Thoreau's Walden. Once it chanced that I stood in the very abutment of a rainbow's arch, which filled the lower stratum of the atmosphere, tinging the grass and leaves around, and dazzling me as if I looked through colored crystal. It was a lake of rainbow light, in which, for a short while, I lived like a dolphin. If it had lasted longer it might have tinged my employments and life. Which is the best example of a vivid sensory detail? "Once it chanced that I stood" "If it had lasted longer" "which, for a short while" "It was a lake of rainbow light"

"It was a lake of rainbow light"

Read the excerpt from a short story. I thanked her again for the cake, and quietly retreated from the porch. A blast of air conditioning assailed me as I reentered our home and closed the summer heat behind me. Placing the cake on the table with the others, I noted its carefully scalloped frosting with mounting sadness. Clutching the doorjamb, I suppressed a sob. The reality of our loss would wait. Which words from the excerpt convey the tone? "thanked" and "retreated" "assailed" and "reentered" "placing" and "scalloped" "clutching" and "suppressed"

"clutching" and "suppressed"

Read the excerpt from "To My Dear Loving Husband." "If ever two were one, then surely we. If ever man were lov'd by wife, then thee; If ever wife was happy in a man, Compare with me ye women if you can." What is the rhyme scheme in these lines? A, B, C, D A, A, D, D A, A, B, B A, A, C, C

A, A, B, B

Read the excerpt from "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" Is it not astonishing that, while we are ploughing, planting, and reaping, using all kinds of mechanical tools, erecting houses, constructing bridges, building ships, working in metals of brass, iron, copper, silver and gold; that, while we are reading, writing and ciphering, acting as clerks, merchants and secretaries, having among us lawyers, doctors, ministers, poets, authors, editors, orators and teachers; that, while we are engaged in all manner of enterprises common to other men, digging gold in California, capturing the whale in the Pacific, feeding sheep and cattle on the hill-side, living, moving, acting, thinking, planning, living in families as husbands, wives and children, and, above all, confessing and worshipping the Christian's God, and looking hopefully for life and immortality beyond the grave, we are called upon to prove that we are men! Based on the excerpt above, what was most likely true about this time in the nation's history? Whaling was the most profitable industry for African Americans. Ships were the primary means of transporting goods for African Americans. African Americans were performing the same duties as others without the same rights. More industries were created by African Americans during this period than any other time in our nation's history.

African Americans were performing the same duties as others without the same rights.

Read the sentence. The song that Millie hoped to play in the talent show was written by Alejandro. Which is the best way to write this sentence in the active voice? The song that would be played by Millie in the talent show was written by Alejandro. Alejandro wrote the song that Millie hoped to play in the talent show. Alejandro wrote the song that would be played by Millie in the talent show. The song that Millie hoped to play in the talent show was being written by Alejandro.

Alejandro wrote the song that Millie hoped to play in the talent show.

Read the quotation from the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph. Whenever the white man treats the Indian as they treat each other then we shall have no more wars. We shall be all alike—brothers of one father and mother, with one sky above us and one country around us and one government for all. Which cultural view is most clearly expressed in this quote? Family is vital to survival and extends well beyond tribal boundaries. Tradition is valuable and should be preserved at all possible costs. Nature is sacred and all humans should treat it with the utmost respect. All humans are part of the same world and should be treated as equals.

All humans are part of the same world and should be treated as equals.

Which excerpt from The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn contains humor? Well, that night we had our show; but there warn't only about twelve people there—just enough to pay expenses. And they laughed all the time, and that made the duke mad; and everybody left, anyway, before the show was over, but one boy which was asleep. So next morning he got some big sheets of wrapping paper and some black paint, and drawed off some handbills, and stuck them up all over the village. The third night the house was crammed again—and they warn't new-comers this time, but people that was at the show the other two nights.

And they laughed all the time, and that made the duke mad; and everybody left, anyway, before the show was over, but one boy which was asleep.

How are Poe's ideas of dreams similar in "Dreams" and "A Dream"? Both poems criticize people who daydream and ignore reality. Both poems recall the carefree dreams of youth. Both poems celebrate the escape that dreams offer. Both poems suggest that dreams can't compare to nature.

Both poems celebrate the escape that dreams offer.

How are Poe's ideas of daytime similar in the final stanzas of "Dreams" and "A Dream"? Both poems suggest that daytime offers the possibility for love. Both poems insist that nature's strength is overwhelming during the day. Both poems indicate that daytime is the preferred time to dream. Both poems suggest that daytime realities are inferior to dreams.

Both poems suggest that daytime realities are inferior to dreams.

Read the sentences. [1] Sameer took a deep breath, straightened his tie, and turned the doorknob. [2] Despite his nerves he was ready for his first interview and had thought through each potential question. Which is the best way to rewrite sentence 2? Despite his nerves he was ready for his first interview although he had thought through each potential question. Despite his nerves; he was ready for his first interview, and had thought through each potential question. Despite his nerves he was ready for his first interview, had thought through each potential question. Despite his nerves, he was ready for his first interview; he had thought through each potential question.

Despite his nerves, he was ready for his first interview; he had thought through each potential question.

Read the information below. ØErin enjoys dancing ØErin's favorite dance is the Lindy Hop Which is the best way to combine this information into a grammatically correct sentence? Erin enjoys dancing, and her favorite dance is the Lindy Hop. Erin enjoys dancing, her favorite dance is the Lindy Hop. Erin, who enjoys dancing, her favorite dance is the Lindy Hop. Erin, enjoys dancing and her favorite dance is the Lindy Hop.

Erin enjoys dancing, and her favorite dance is the Lindy Hop.

Based on "The Origin of the Robin," which statement best illustrates the Ojibwa view on an individual's growth and change? Growth and change occur as a result of conflict. Growth and change occur spontaneously. Growth and change are decided by the gods. Growth and change are usually predictable.

Growth and change occur as a result of conflict.

Read the excerpt from chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. "It's so. You can do it. I had my doubts when you told me. Now looky here; you stop that putting on frills. I won't have it. I'll lay for you, my smarty; and if I catch you about that school I'll tan you good. First you know you'll get religion, too. I never see such a son." What do these words by Huck's father reveal about his character? He wants Huck to have a better life than he himself had. He does not believe that Huck will succeed academically. He believes that education will make Huck feel superior. He feels that religion is the only subject worthy of study.

He believes that education will make Huck feel superior.

According to "Economy" from Walden, what happened before the framing of Thoreau's house was completed? He bought the property he planned to live on. He hiked through the woods studying nature. He investigated the history of the land. He bought a cabin to break down for lumber.

He bought a cabin to break down for lumber.

In paragraph six of "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God," what does Edwards suggest about spiritual reform? He suggests that church and state should be separated. He suggests that not all people who sin suffer eternal damnation. He suggests that good works alone will not save a person from damnation. He suggests that individuals have no opportunity to be saved from damnation.

He suggests that good works alone will not save a person from damnation.

In "Civil Disobedience," what is Thoreau's last thought about the state before he loses respect for it? He finds the state's industrious locking of the cell door amusing. He thinks the state can't tell its friends from its enemies. He thinks the state is half-witted. He finds the state unforgivably timid.

He thinks the state can't tell its friends from its enemies.

Read the excerpt from "Dreams," by Edgar Allan Poe. For I have revell'd, when the sun was bright I' the summer sky, in dreams of living light And loveliness,- have left my very heart In climes of my imagining, apart How does Poe use a sound device in the excerpt? He uses assonance to add fluidity to his unrhymed verse. He uses alliteration to emphasize the happiness of his recollections. He uses consonance to add harsh emotion to his youthful memories. He creates a cacophony of sounds to bring his dreams to life.

He uses alliteration to emphasize the happiness of his recollections.

How does Thoreau defend his approach in the second paragraph of "Economy" in Walden? He uses the word "I" because he feels it sounds more interesting. He does not use first-person point of view because his is a fictional account. He uses first-person point of view to get his readers' attention. He uses the word "I" for the sake of sincerity and honesty.

He uses the word "I" for the sake of sincerity and honesty.

Based on "Economy" from Walden, which most likely describes Thoreau's attitude toward the outdoors? He was impressed but mildly intimidated by the wilderness. He was interested in being completely surrounded by nature. He preferred to pursue intellectual endeavors indoors. He considered the wilderness something to be conquered.

He was interested in being completely surrounded by nature.

Read the excerpt from a letter Martin Luther King, Jr. wrote while imprisoned in Birmingham Jail in 1963. One who breaks an unjust law must do so openly, lovingly, and with a willingness to accept the penalty. Based on his behavior in "Civil Disobedience," how would Thoreau most likely feel about King's statement? He would believe that his reasons and King's reasons for protest were completely unrelated. He would disagree with King's belief that one must accept the penalty for political protest. He would believe that King did not understand the nature of political protest. He would agree with King that one should engage in political protest peacefully.

He would agree with King that one should engage in political protest peacefully.

Which statement best summarizes the third paragraph of "Economy" in Walden? Having finished framing his house, he sought out another house to dismantle for building materials. He found one and bought it cheaply. First he constructed the frame of his house, and then he bought the boards. The boards came from another house. His house frame was ready for its boards by mid-April. He had gotten the boards from a small, run-down building he purchased for a good price. The building he took his house's boards from was not in very good shape. The price was reasonable, though.

His house frame was ready for its boards by mid-April. He had gotten the boards from a small, run-down building he purchased for a good price.

Which excerpt from the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph is the best example of pathos? At last I was granted permission to come to Washington and bring my friend Yellow Bull and our interpreter with me. I am glad I came. I see men of my own race treated as outlaws and driven from country to country, or shot down like animals. Give them all an even chance to live and grow. All men were made by the same Great Spirit Chief. They are all brothers. We shall be all alike -- brothers of one father and mother, with one sky above us and one country around us and one government for all.

I see men of my own race treated as outlaws and driven from country to country, or shot down like animals.

Read the quotation from Abigail Adams. It is from a letter she wrote her husband, John Adams, as he helped draft the US Constitution. If perticuliar care and attention is not paid to the Laidies we are determined to foment a Rebelion, and will not hold ourselves bound by any Laws in which we have no voice, or Representation. Which excerpt from "Ain't I a Woman?" best supports Adams's view? Then that little man in black there, he says women can't have as much rights as men, 'cause Christ wasn't a woman! Where did your Christ come from? Nobody ever helps me into carriages, or over mud-puddles, or gives me any best place! And ain't I a woman? If the first woman God ever made was strong enough to turn the world upside down all alone, these women together ought to be able to turn it back, and get it right side up again! And now they is asking to do it, the men better let them. Look at me! Look at my arm! I have ploughed and planted, and gathered into barns, and no man could head me! And ain't I a woman? I could work as much and eat as much as a man - when I could get it - and bear the lash as well!

If the first woman God ever made was strong enough to turn the world upside down all alone, these women together ought to be able to turn it back, and get it right side up again! And now they is asking to do it, the men better let them.

Which statement best describes the ways that the speakers in "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" and "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit" achieve contentment? In "A Thought . . .," the speaker achieves contentment through rational thought, while in "Deliverance . . .," the speaker achieves contentment through religious faith. In "A Thought . . .," the speaker achieves contentment through steady contemplation, while in "Deliverance . . .," the speaker achieves contentment through prayer and solitude. In "A Thought . . .," the speaker achieves contentment through spiritual cleanliness, while in "Deliverance . . .," the speaker achieves contentment through development of faith. In "A Thought . . .," the speaker achieves contentment by acquiring knowledge, while in "Deliverance . . .," the speaker achieves contentment through religious activities.

In "A Thought . . .," the speaker achieves contentment through spiritual cleanliness, while in "Deliverance . . .," the speaker achieves contentment through development of faith.

What is similar about the love that is expressed in "That I did always love" and "'Why do I love' You, Sir?" In both poems, love is the cause of great pain. In both poems, love is shown to transform the speaker. In both poems, love manages to exist despite great odds. In both poems, love is described as unwavering and absolute.

In both poems, love is described as unwavering and absolute.

How are the speakers' senses of self-esteem similar in "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" and "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit"? In both poems, the speakers consider themselves insignificant. In both poems, the speakers express a great deal of pride. In both poems, the speakers express humility before a larger and greater force. In both poems, the speakers express great doubt as to their abilities.

In both poems, the speakers express humility before a larger and greater force.

Read the excerpt from "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" Fellow-citizens, pardon me, allow me to ask, why am I called upon to speak here today? What have I, or those I represent, to do with your national independence? Are the great principles of political freedom and of natural justice, embodied in that Declaration of Independence, extended to us? And am I, therefore, called upon to bring our humble offering to the national altar, and to confess the benefits and express devout gratitude for the blessings resulting from your independence to us? Would to God, both for your sakes and ours, that an affirmative answer could be truthfully returned to these questions! Then would my task be light, and my burden easy and delightful. For who is there so cold, that a nation's sympathy could not warm him? Who so obdurate and dead to the claims of gratitude, that would not thankfully acknowledge such priceless benefits? Who so stolid and selfish, that would not give his voice to swell the hallelujahs of a nation's jubilee, when the chains of servitude had been torn from his limbs? I am not that man. In a case like that, the dumb might eloquently speak, and the "lame man leap as an hart." Which statement best describes why this excerpt contains an example of deductive reasoning? It contains specific details that support a variety of different ideas. It begins with broad statements and ends with more specific ones. It uses clear examples that are easily understood by all readers. It starts with a very simple idea and builds to a much grander idea.

It begins with broad statements and ends with more specific ones.

Read the excerpt from "The Adventure of the Mysterious Stranger," by Washington Irving. When he found I really took an interest in him he threw himself entirely upon my friendship. He clung to me like a drowning man. He would walk with me for hours up and down the place of St. Mark—or he would sit until night was far advanced in my apartment. What does this excerpt reveal about the narrator of the story? It describes what the narrator knows from his past. It describes what the narrator experiences in the story. It provides an inference drawn by the narrator. It provides a criticism voiced by the narrator.

It describes what the narrator experiences in the story.

Which best describes the historical context of the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph? It discusses the unequal treatment of American Indians by the US government. It discusses the speaker's personal discussions with other chiefs. It describes an interaction between government officials and Chief Joseph. It describes in detail the spiritual belief system of the chief and his people.

It discusses the unequal treatment of American Indians by the US government.

Why is "The Origin of the Robin" considered a creation myth? It describes an ancient ritual that had unexpected results. It illustrates Iroquois views on honor and loyalty. It is about a boy who changes into a robin. It explains how the first robin came into existence.

It explains how the first robin came into existence.

What is historically significant about this 1879 speech by Chief Joseph? It is a detailed description of the conflict between the non-native settlers and the Native Americans. It is a direct and eloquent plea delivered in Washington for the equal treatment of all Native Americans. It is a subtle and polite attempt to make peace with those who work for the government. It is an adamant demand of requirements issued by the Native Americans to the non-native settlers.

It is a direct and eloquent plea delivered in Washington for the equal treatment of all Native Americans.

Read the excerpt from the end of paragraph two of "Economy" from Walden. As for the rest of my readers, they will accept such portions as apply to them. I trust that none will stretch the seams in putting on the coat, for it may do good service to him whom it fits. How does this imagery illustrate Thoreau's message to readers? It suggests that the philosophy provided in the essay is as easily forgotten as an old coat. It makes readers more comfortable with the idea of reading the essay if they can view it as if it were their own words. It suggests that adopting the philosophy in the essay should be as comfortable as putting on a well-tailored coat. It makes readers think more deeply about the fashions that are popular in society, such as coats.

It makes readers more comfortable with the idea of reading the essay if they can view it as if it were their own words.

Read the first paragraph of "Economy" from Walden. When I wrote the following pages, or rather the bulk of them, I lived alone, in the woods, a mile from any neighbor, in a house which I had built myself, on the shore of Walden Pond, in Concord, Massachusetts, and earned my living by the labor of my hands only. I lived there two years and two months. At present I am a sojourner in civilized life again. Which best describes how this paragraph relates to the rest of "Economy"? It compares and contrasts the author's beliefs about nature with civilized society's views of nature. It compares and contrasts civilized life with the author's solitary time in the woods. It provides context for the rest of the excerpt by noting that the author no longer agrees with what he wrote. It provides context for the rest of the excerpt by explaining when and where the author wrote it.

It provides context for the rest of the excerpt by explaining when and where the author wrote it.

Read the excerpt from "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" Are the great principles of political freedom and of natural justice, embodied in that Declaration of Independence, extended to us? How does this rhetorical question contribute to the passage's central idea? It encourages African Americans to discuss the principles set forth in the Declaration of Independence. It reinforces the idea that the rights given to others are not extended to African Americans. It reveals that Douglass has an in-depth knowledge of the Declaration of Independence. It gives the rest of the speech importance by referring to a famous historical document.

It reinforces the idea that the rights given to others are not extended to African Americans.

Read the lines from "The Tide Rises, The Tide Falls." Along the sea-sands damp and brown The traveller hastens toward the town, What is the effect of the enjambment in these two lines? It emphasizes the idea that each line is a separate thought. It creates a rhyme scheme between the two lines. It encourages the reader to pause between the two lines. It strengthens the connection between the two lines.

It strengthens the connection between the two lines.

What does "The Origin of the Robin" suggest about Ojibwa views of the parent-child relationship? It suggests that children were encouraged to disagree with parents if necessary. It suggests that parents' words were held in very high regard. It suggests that parents were encouraged to allow their children liberty. It suggests that parents preferred that their children be independent.

It suggests that parents' words were held in very high regard.

Which sentence contains a comma splice? Marco rode to school on his bicycle this morning, he arrived an hour early. Marco, who enjoys riding his bicycle to school, arrived just before the bell today. Marco rode to school on his bicycle on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Marco, who rode to school on his bicycle this morning, arrived an hour early.

Marco rode to school on his bicycle this morning, he arrived an hour early.

Which best explains why Melville begins Chapter 41 of Moby-Dick with a detailed description of the White Whale? Melville begins the chapter with a description of the White Whale because he wants readers to sympathize with it. Melville begins the chapters with a description of the White Whale so that readers can understand Ahab's motivation to pursue it. Melville begins the chapter with a description of the White Whale so that readers can understand the whale species. Melville begins the chapter with a description of the White Whale because he wants readers to recognize its lack of intelligence.

Melville begins the chapters with a description of the White Whale so that readers can understand Ahab's motivation to pursue it.

Read the first stanza of "The Tide Rises, The Tide Falls." THE TIDE rises, the tide falls, The twilight darkens, the curlew calls; Along the sea-sands damp and brown The traveller hastens toward the town, And the tide rises, the tide falls. Which statement best describes the theme of this stanza? Nature and humans move independently of each other. Human beings are challenged by events in the natural world. Human beings have built too many towns near natural resources. Nature will eventually solve all of humanity's problems.

Nature and humans move independently of each other.

Which quotation from "Self-Reliance" best summarizes Emerson's view on belief in oneself? These are the voices which we hear in solitude... We but half express ourselves, and are ashamed of that divine idea which each of us represents. There is a time in every man's education when he arrives at the conviction that envy is ignorance... Nothing is at last sacred but the integrity of your own mind.

Nothing is at last sacred but the integrity of your own mind.

Which best describes Emerson's central message to his contemporaries in "Self-Reliance"? One must conform in order to survive in the world. One should follow one's conscience instead of what others dictate. One must limit one's communication with people in the community. One should work to improve society for future generations.

One should follow one's conscience instead of what others dictate.

Which is the best summary of the final paragraph of The Crisis, Number IV? Paine asks General Howe to leave the colonies and return to Britain. Paine informs General Howe that the colonists will continue to fight for independence. Paine informs the colonists that they must sacrifice in order to attain freedom. Paine asks the colonists to fight against General Howe and the British army.

Paine informs General Howe that the colonists will continue to fight for independence.

Read the excerpt from the The Crisis, Number I. "Not a man lives on the continent but fully believes that a separation must some time or other finally take place." Which best describes Paine's use of figurative language in this excerpt? Paine uses hyperbole to emphasize that there is strong colonial support for American independence. Paine uses metaphor to illustrate why America must gain independence from Britain. Paine uses hyperbole to describe the ways in which independence will benefit most of the colonists. Paine uses metaphor to express the fact that the majority of colonists believe in American independence.

Paine uses hyperbole to emphasize that there is strong colonial support for American independence.

Read the introduction and first paragraph to the essay about seat belt use. (1) Currently, different states have different laws regarding seat belt usage. (2) For instance, in some states, only people in the front seat of a vehicle are required to wear a seat belt. (3) All states should pass equally strict laws that make wearing seat belts mandatory for all passengers and drivers.(4) Statistics show that seat belts reduce serious crash-related injuries and deaths by fifty percent. (5) As a result of stronger regulations in various states, seat belt usage in the United States has dramatically increased in the past thirty years. (6) Some people believe that the government does not have the right to force people to be safe, and that these laws are unfair. (7) The bottom line is that seat belts are proven to save lives; therefore, everyone should be forced to wear one if they want to travel by car or truck. Which best summarizes the conclusion of the second paragraph? Wearing a seat belt decreases a person's risk of crash-related injury. More people wear seat belts now than they did 30 years ago. The government does not have the right to make people wear seat belts. People should be forced to wear seat belts because they save lives.

People should be forced to wear seat belts because they save lives.

In "Some Keep the Sabbath Going to Church," why does the speaker say that she has "an Orchard, for a Dome" in the first stanza? She is suggesting that she has made her house into a church. She is suggesting that one can appreciate God only through nature. She is suggesting that nature can serve the same purpose as a church. She is suggesting that only she is able to view the natural world as sacred.

She is suggesting that nature can serve the same purpose as a church.

Which best describes a rule for subject-verb agreement? Phrases or clauses should never separate subjects and verbs. Compound subjects joined by "and" are never plural. Singular subjects have singular verbs. Plural subjects can have singular or plural verbs.

Singular subjects have singular verbs.

Read the excerpt from Ralph Waldo Emerson's "Self-Reliance." These are the voices which we hear in solitude, but they grow faint and inaudible as we enter into the world. Society everywhere is in conspiracy against the manhood of every one of its members. Which transcendental belief does this excerpt best illustrate? Society and government corrupt the individual. Society helps people express their individuality. Societal rules are less important than an individual's conscience. Societal rules are necessary to maintain order among the people.

Society and government corrupt the individual.

Read the excerpt from "Self-Reliance," by Ralph Waldo Emerson. Society is a joint-stock company, in which the members agree, for the better securing of his bread to each shareholder, to surrender the liberty and culture of the eater. The virtue in most request is conformity. Self-reliance is its aversion. Based on the excerpt, what is Emerson's view of the relationship between society and individuals? Society helps people feel more free. Society protects people's rights. Society pushes people to be more unique. Society encourages people to be alike.

Society encourages people to be alike.

Read the sentence. The dogs or the cat are responsible for the mess. Which sentence best revises the subject-verb agreement error in the sentence? The dogs or the cats is responsible for the mess. The dogs or the cat is responsible for the mess. The dogs and the cats are responsible for the mess. The dogs or the cats is responsible for the messess.

The dogs or the cat is responsible for the mess.

Read the excerpt from chapter 23 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. I stood by the duke at the door, and I see that every man that went in had his pockets bulging, or something muffled up under his coat—and I see it warn't no perfumery, neither, not by a long sight. I smelt sickly eggs by the barrel, and rotten cabbages, and such things; and if I know the signs of a dead cat being around, and I bet I do, there was sixty-four of them went in. How does Huck's use of dialect to describe the setting affect this part of the story? The expressions he uses decrease the conflict by showing that Huck and the others will be good sports about the townspeople's retaliation. The expressions he uses increase the conflict by revealing how frightened Huck and the others are at the thought of the townspeople's revenge. The expressions he uses add humor and lessen the tension that is building as the townspeople file in to exact their revenge on Huck and the others. The expressions he uses heighten the suspense that is building as the townspeople file in to exact their revenge on Huck and the others.

The expressions he uses heighten the suspense that is building as the townspeople file in to exact their revenge on Huck and the others.

What central idea about the government of the United States is expressed in the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph? The government has misunderstood the wishes of the American Indians. The government has not even been willing to listen to the American Indians. The government has made many false promises to the American Indians. The government can never lessen the pain suffered by the American Indians.

The government has made many false promises to the American Indians.

Read the excerpt from Chapter 41 of Moby-Dick, by Herman Melville. All that most maddens and torments; all that stirs up the lees of things; all truth with malice in it; all that cracks the sinews and cakes the brain; all the subtle demonisms of life and thought; all evil, to crazy Ahab, were visibly personified, and made practically assailable in Moby Dick. Which of the following statements best describes the effect of narration on the story? The narration reflects the violent aftermath of Moby Dick's attack. The narration reflects the physical characteristics of madness. The narration suggests Ahab's spiritual belief about his injury. The narration suggests Ahab's singular hatred of Moby Dick.

The narration suggests Ahab's singular hatred of Moby Dick.

Read the excerpt from Poe's "The Fall of the House of Usher." His ordinary occupations were neglected or forgotten. He roamed from chamber to chamber with hurried, unequal, an objectless step. The pallor of his countenance had assumed, if possible, a more ghastly hue -- but the luminousness of his eye had utterly gone out. Which statement best describes the effect of the narration on the story? The narration reveals Usher's feelings of discouragement. The narration reveals Usher's absent-mindedness after his loss. The narration suggests Usher's confusion in the wake of his loss. The narration suggests Usher's mental decline after his sister's death.

The narration suggests Usher's mental decline after his sister's death.

Read the excerpt from Irving's "The Adventure of the Mysterious Stranger." Often, after we had returned from one of these scenes of revelry, I have entered his room, and found him lying on his face on the sofa: his hands clinched in his fine hair, and his whole countenance bearing traces of the convulsions of his mind. Which of the following statements best describes the effect of narration on the story? The narration reflects the revelry of the carnival. The narration reflects the friend's physical discomfort. The narration suggests mounting helplessness and agony. The narration suggests a physical altercation between the men.

The narration suggests mounting helplessness and agony.

Read this excerpt from "The Mysterious Stranger" using comprehension strategies. The romantic character of the place delighted me; I was very much amused by the air of adventure and intrigue that prevailed in this region of masks and gondolas; and I was exceedingly smitten by a pair of languishing black eyes, that played upon my heart from under an Italian mantle. So I persuaded myself that I was lingering at Venice to study men and manners. At least I persuaded my friends so, and that answered all my purpose. What statement best describes the narrator in this excerpt? The narrator is satisfied with his studies in Venice. The narrator is not entirely truthful about his reasons for staying in Venice. The narrator has established lasting friendships during his stay in Venice. The narrator is unfamiliar with the Italian culture in Venice.

The narrator is not entirely truthful about his reasons for staying in Venice.

How does the theme of "The Tide Rises, The Tide Falls" develop as the poem moves forward? The poem starts with an indication of inevitability and ends on a note of transcendence. The poem begins by suggesting that humans live in harmony with nature, then contradicts itself by the end. The poem's overall theme changes from one that indicates an awe of nature to one that conveys a fear of it. The natural imagery is developed throughout to indicate that nature continues long after humans do.

The natural imagery is developed throughout to indicate that nature continues long after humans do.

Read the excerpt from "The Adventure of the Mysterious Picture." All this was half muttered to myself, as I hastily slipped on my clothes; which having done, I groped my way out of the room, and down-stairs to the drawing-room. Here, after tumbling over two or three pieces of furniture, I made out to reach a sofa, and stretching myself upon it determined to bivouac there for the night. What technique does Irving use to build suspense in the excerpt? The pace of the story quickens. The word choice darkens the tone. The outcome of events becomes uncertain. The setting details are intentionally omitted.

The pace of the story quickens.

How does the organization of the second paragraph of "Self-Reliance" contribute to Emerson's purpose? The paragraph declares that high self-confidence is advisable and refers to the example of great men of all time periods. The paragraph outlines numerous problems in history that could have been solved with more people with self-confidence. The paragraph lists several benefits to society that are the result of people believing in themselves. The paragraph lists a series of steps necessary to gain self-confidence and make achievements.

The paragraph declares that high self-confidence is advisable and refers to the example of great men of all time periods.

Read this excerpt from chapter 1 of The Scarlet Letter using comprehension strategies. In accordance with this rule, it may safely be assumed that the forefathers of Boston had built the first prison-house, somewhere in the vicinity of Cornhill, almost as seasonably as they marked out the first burial-ground, on Isaac Johnson's lot, and round about his grave, which subsequently became the nucleus of all the congregated sepulchres in the old church-yard of King's Chapel. What is the meaning of this excerpt? The prison and cemetery were built early, with the cemetery expanding in size from its original plot. The prison was built near Cornhill, and the cemetery was built on an important man's property. Just as Puritans gathered at the prison, they also gathered at the cemetery and the church. The forefathers of Boston chose the two most famous landmarks: the prison and the cemetery.

The prison and cemetery were built early, with the cemetery expanding in size from its original plot.

Read the excerpt from "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" When the dogs in your streets, when the fowls of the air, when the cattle on your hills, when the fish of the sea, and the reptiles that crawl, shall be unable to distinguish the slave from a brute, then will I argue with you that the slave is a man! What effect does the repetition of the word "when" have? The repetition gives the excerpt a philosophical quality. The repetition distracts readers from Douglass's original point. The repetition clarifies the time in which the speech was delivered. The repetition reinforces Douglass's incredulity at the opposition's attitudes.

The repetition reinforces Douglass's incredulity at the opposition's attitudes.

Read the excerpt from "Dreams," by Edgar Allan Poe. Dreams! in their vivid coloring of life, As in that fleeting, shadowy, misty strife Of semblance with reality, which brings To the delirious eye, more lovely things How does the rhythm of the excerpt support the theme of the poem? The rhythm is consistent, and Poe celebrates the consistent relief of his dreams. The rhythm is continuous, and Poe celebrates the continuous cycle of life. The rhythm is sporadic, and Poe bemoans the brevity of his dreams. The rhythm is unpredictable, and Poe bemoans his inability to conjure dreams.

The rhythm is consistent, and Poe celebrates the consistent relief of his dreams.

Which best explains why Irving sets "The Adventure of the Mysterious Stranger" in a land of "masks and gondolas"? The setting is symbolic of the idea that a life of quiet study is the ideal pursuit. The setting is symbolic of the idea that innocence cannot be outgrown. The setting is symbolic of the idea that ease and affluence are available to all. The setting is symbolic of the idea that appearances can be deceiving.

The setting is symbolic of the idea that appearances can be deceiving.

Read the stanza from "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit." "Thou knowest the sorrows that I felt; My plaints and groans were heard of Thee, And how in sweat I seemed to melt Thou help'st and Thou regardest me." What does the word regardest suggest about the speaker's attitude toward God? The speaker believes God will end all suffering. The speaker considers God to be largely unknowable. The speaker thinks of God as a closest friend. The speaker feels watched attentively by God.

The speaker feels watched attentively by God.

Read the poem "To One in Paradise," by Edgar Allan Poe. Thou wast all that to me, love, For which my soul did pine- A green isle in the sea, love, A fountain and a shrine, All wreathed with fairy fruits and flowers, And all the flowers were mine. Ah, dream too bright to last! Ah, starry Hope! that didst arise But to be overcast! A voice from out the Future cries, "On! on!"- but o'er the Past (Dim gulf!) my spirit hovering lies Mute, motionless, aghast! For, alas! alas! me For me the light of Life is over! "No more- no more- no more- " (Such language holds the solemn sea To the sands upon the shore) Shall bloom the thunder-blasted tree Or the stricken eagle soar! And all my days are trances, And all my nightly dreams Are where thy grey eye glances, And where thy footstep gleams- In what ethereal dances, By what eternal streams. What theme of the poem does the third stanza reveal? There are losses from which people do not fully recover. After death, people can no longer witness nature. When loved ones die, people must rely on memories. The natural world is strong and resilient.

There are losses from which people do not fully recover.

Which statement best describes the rhyme scheme of "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason"? There are two stanzas with the rhyme scheme ABAB throughout. There are two stanzas with the rhyme scheme ABCB throughout. There is a series of consecutive rhyming couplets. There is an absence of a clear rhyme scheme.

There is a series of consecutive rhyming couplets.

What is the effect of the couplets in "To My Dear Loving Husband" and "To the King's Most Excellent Majesty"? They guide the poet in planning the poem. They help the poet create a simple rhyming pattern. They help the poet break the poem into simple parts. They allow a poet to link lines of poetry together using sound.

They allow a poet to link lines of poetry together using sound.

Read this excerpt from "The World on Turtle's Back." One day, when the girl had become a woman, a man appeared. No one knows where this man came from. Perhaps he was sent from the Gods above. The girl was so filled with wonder to see this strange man, she lost her senses and fainted. The man yielded two very different arrows, and laid them across the body of the girl in opposite directions, then he disappeared. Which statement best describes the significance of the arrows? They represent the fact that the woman will die in childbirth. They represent a warning from the man to the woman. They represent the man's intention to kill the woman. They represent the twins that the woman will bear.

They represent the twins that the woman will bear.

Which sentence from the passage supports the claim in the 1879 speech by Chief Joseph that actions speak louder than words? Too many misinterpretations have been made; too many misunderstandings have come up between the white men and the Indians. Good words do not last long unless they amount to something. I only ask of the Government to be treated as all other men are treated. I hope no more groans of wounded men and women will ever go to the ear of the Great Spirit Chief above, and that all people may be one people.

Too many misinterpretations have been made; too many misunderstandings have come up between the white men and the Indians.

How do the settings of "Because I Could Not Stop for Death" and "Some Keep the Sabbath Going to Church" differ? Traveling in the former represents a journey toward death, while the setting of the latter shows that the speaker is well grounded. The landscape in the former represents a worshipful attitude toward nature, while the natural setting is only symbolic in the latter. The setting of the former is separate from the poem's themes, while the setting of the latter is merely a backdrop for a larger theme. The countryside setting in the former creates a dreamlike mood, while the setting of the latter creates a mood of artificial happiness.

Traveling in the former represents a journey toward death, while the setting of the latter shows that the speaker is well grounded.

Read the excerpt from "Annabel Lee," by Edgar Allan Poe. And neither the angels in Heaven above Nor the demons down under the sea Can ever dissever my soul from the soul Of the beautiful Annabel Lee. What theme does the excerpt reveal? True love endures forever. Beauty stands the test of time. Angels and demons have no power. Souls suffer after death.

True love endures forever.

Read the quotation from "Ain't I a Woman?" Look at me! Look at my arm! I have ploughed and planted, and gathered into barns, and no man could head me! And ain't I a woman? Why is this quotation an example of ethos? Truth is implying that all of her listeners have experienced similar pain and can relate to her struggle. Truth is suggesting that listeners should feel sympathy for her because she has suffered through extreme hardship. Truth is testifying that women deserve equal rights because they endure the same hardships as men. Truth is demonstrating that all women in the US have faced the same struggle that she has.

Truth is testifying that women deserve equal rights because they endure the same hardships as men.

Read the quotation from Abigail Adams. It is from a letter she wrote her husband, John Adams, as he helped draft the US Constitution. I desire you would Remember the Ladies, and be more generous and favourable to them than your ancestors. Do not put such unlimited power into the hands of the Husbands. Based on "Ain't I a Woman?," how would Truth most likely feel about Adams's statement? Truth would disagree with Adams's sentiment that women deserve equality in the eyes of society. Truth would agree with Adams's sentiment that women deserve to be represented in the Constitution. Truth would feel that Adams is not qualified to comment on issues relating to women's rights. Truth would support Adams's sentiment that women should not be involved in politics.

Truth would agree with Adams's sentiment that women deserve to be represented in the Constitution.

Which statement most accurately describes the satire that exists within chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn? Twain is satirizing society's greed by having Huck's father return under the pretense of caring for Huck when all he really wants is money. Twain is satirizing society's dishonesty by having Huck hide his money to appear as though he is too selfish to share with his own father. Twain is satirizing society's disrespect by characterizing Huck as someone who is so rude that he cannot even treat his father with respect. Twain is satirizing society's ingratitude by characterizing Huck as someone too selfish to appreciate anything his father has ever done for him.

Twain is satirizing society's greed by having Huck's father return under the pretense of caring for Huck when all he really wants is money.

According to "The World on Turtle's Back," which best demonstrates the Iroquois view of women? Women were viewed as clumsy and poor at making decisions. Women were viewed as helpless without the support of men and animals. Women were respected because they helped create and sustain the world. Women were worshipped because they were the descendants of a goddess.

Women were respected because they helped create and sustain the world.

Read the excerpt from "The Mysterious Stranger." He seemed to be tormented by some strange fancy or apprehension. In spite of every effort to fix his attention on the conversation of his companions, I noticed that every now and then he would turn his head slowly round, give a glance over his shoulder, and then withdraw it with a sudden jerk, as if something painful had met his eye. How does the excerpt exemplify Gothic fiction? by describing a scene of blood and gore by reminding the reader of the presence of evil by depicting the triumph of reason over the irrational by introducing a cast of odd characters

by reminding the reader of the presence of evil

What does Emerson argue should be the basis of human actions in the second paragraph of "Self-Reliance"? the right to protect one's property from damage by others confidence in one's intelligence and inner worth a desire for progress and innovation in society the urge to succeed and make a decent living

confidence in one's intelligence and inner worth

Read the introduction to Cole's personal narrative, "Too Cool for School?" On my first day at Crestwood High School, I was [WOL] that no one would like me. I had just moved to town, and it seemed to me that my classmates had known each other for years. I hated being the new kid. I walked down the hall with my head down and my shoulders hunched. I sat by myself at lunch, despite several invitations. After about three weeks, things [WOL]. At lunch one day, a boy approached my table and sat down. He asked, "Why don't you like us? Why don't you want to hang out with us?" I couldn't believe it! I had thought that they didn't want to spend time with me. The boy's name was Craig, and he insisted that I come sit with him and his friends. I haven't sat alone since, and now when I [WOL] down the hall, I keep my head up and I smile. Fill in the blanks in order. convincing . . . . changed . . . . walked convincing . . . . change . . . . walk convinced . . . . changed . . . . walk convinced . . . . change . . . . walked

convinced . . . . changed . . . . walk

Which are root words? Check all that apply. anti con cred graph post vis

cred graph vis

Read this quotation from "The World on Turtle's Back." The woman placed the dirt on Turtle's back and performed a ritual to create the earth. She walked around the dirt in the direction of the sun until the earth grew large enough. Then she planted the roots from the Great Tree and continued her ritual to keep the earth growing. Like the sun she kept moving around the earth, in the same direction the people still do in dance rituals today. The main purpose of this quotation is to emphasize the importance of rituals in everyday life. prove that animals played a major role in the creation of the Earth. show why dancers move from east to west in rituals. describe the Iroquois belief of how the Earth was created.

describe the Iroquois belief of how the Earth was created.

Read the quotation from The Crisis, Number IV. "It is not a field of a few acres of ground, but a cause, that we are defending, and whether we defeat the enemy in one battle, or by degrees, the consequences will be the same." Which phrase best describes the "cause" that Paine refers to? the strength to start a rebellion fair treatment from the king gaining control over more land freedom from an oppressive government

freedom from an oppressive government

Read the excerpt from chapter 23 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. "All right, then—not a word about any sell. Go along home, and advise everybody to come and see the tragedy." Based on the excerpt, the townspeople of Arkansas are afraid of being seen as gullible. serious. dishonest. uneducated.

gullible.

Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number I. "Not all the treasures of the world, so far as I believe, could have induced me to support an offensive war, for I think it murder; but if a thief breaks into my house, burns and destroys my property, and kills or threatens to kill me or those that are in it and to 'bind me in all cases whatsoever' to his absolute will, am I to suffer it?" In this excerpt, Paine is attempting to convince readers that they must support the war to protect their financial interests. could potentially benefit from the spoils of the war. will blame themselves for not supporting the war. have righteous reasons to justify supporting the war.

have righteous reasons to justify supporting the war.

Read this excerpt from chapter 1 of The Scarlet Letter. Certain it is, that, some fifteen or twenty years after the settlement of the town, the wooden jail was already marked with weather-stains and other indications of age, which gave a yet darker aspect to its beetle-browed and gloomy front. The rust on the ponderous iron-work of its oaken door looked more antique than any thing else in the new world. The author most likely include the words "darker aspect," "beetle-browed," "gloomy," and "ponderous" in order to impart a melancholy mood. impart a mysterious mood. establish a formal, civilized setting. establish an old-fashioned setting.

impart a melancholy mood.

Read the excerpt from a short story. The young docent welcomed the class to the museum, explaining that the east wing was under construction and he'd be leading them to the first exhibit. His fingers leapt to his name tag as he nervously introduced himself as "Liam, a student of the arts." Then he bade the group follow him. They traversed a vaulted hall lined with hulking objects, each one obscured by a faded tarpaulin. Some of the items stretched across the floor, others cast long shadows on the museum walls. What technique does the author use to build suspense in the excerpt? darkening the word choice quickening the pace of the story intentionally omitting setting details making the outcome of events uncertain

intentionally omitting setting details

Read the statement. Achieving independence requires sacrifice and determination. This statement is the The Crisis, Number IV's minor premise. conclusion. major premise. body.

major premise.

Read the lines from "The Tide Rises, The Tide Falls." Darkness settles on roofs and walls, But the sea, the sea in darkness calls; The imagery in these lines evokes a sense of laziness. fear. mystery. despair.

mystery.

Read this excerpt from "The World on Turtle's Back." With the deer antler, the right-handed twin demolished his brother. The left-handed twin died, but he didn't die. He was hurled off the edge of the earth by his brother. In this dark world below the earth, the left-handed twin still lives and reigns. The right-handed twin lives in the Sky-World and he is content with the world he helped to create. The left-handed twin lives in the world below. He, too, is content with the world of men. He delights in the sounds of warfare and suffering. These two beings rule the world and look after the affairs of men. During the day people have rituals to honor the right-handed twin. At night they dance and sing for the left-handed twin. Based on this excerpt, it is reasonable to conclude that the right-handed twin hurt his brother but did not kill him. the left-handed twin pretended to die but really survived. neither twin could die because they were immortal gods. the left-handed twin was immortal, but his brother was not.

neither twin could die because they were immortal gods.

Read the excerpt from Chapter 28 of Moby-Dick. His bone leg steadied in that hole; one arm elevated, and holding by a shroud; Captain Ahab stood erect, looking straight out beyond the ship's ever pitching prow. There was an infinity of firmest fortitude, a determinate, unsurrenderable willfulness, in the fixed and fearless, forward dedication of that glance. Which best describes the theme Melville develops in this excerpt from the chapter? obsession optimism love loss

obsession

Read the paragraph. When programming a universal remote, it is important to follow the step-by-step instructions. If the instructions are not followed, the remote will not program properly. Once all of the steps are followed appropriately, the remote will work, and the user will be grateful that the gadget was purchased. What is the writer trying to accomplish in this paragraph? persuade consumers to purchase a universal remote inform consumers of the differences between standard and universal remotes inform consumers how to program their universal remotes persuade consumers to abide by the universal remote's instructions

persuade consumers to abide by the universal remote's instructions

Read the quote from "My Heart Is Bursting." If I had been fighting I would have done it by day and not in the dark. The tone of this sentence can best be described as conveying pride. peace. sorrow. remorse.

pride.

Read the quotation from "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs." They told us to treat all men as they treated us; that we should never be the first to break a bargain; that it was a disgrace to tell a lie; that we should speak only the truth; that it was a shame for one man to take from another his wife, or [to take] his property without paying for it. What cultural view is most reflected in this quotation? importance of peace appreciation for the land value of tribal traditions respect for all other people

respect for all other people

Read this excerpt from "The World on Turtle's Back." The right-handed twin accused his brother of murdering their mother and their quarrels continued until it was time to bury their mother. With the help of their grandmother, they made her a grave. From her head grew the three sister plants, corn, beans, and squash. From her heart grew tobacco, which people still use to give thanks in ceremony. She is called "our mother" and the people dance and sing to her to make the plants grow. The excerpt suggests that the Iroquois believed that sometimes good can come from tragedy. mothers should be worshipped as goddesses. corn, beans, and squash are essential for life. dancing and singing can make plants grow.

sometimes good can come from tragedy.

Read this excerpt from "The Origin of the Robin." His father visited him regularly every morning, to encourage him to perseverance, describing at length the honor and renown that would attend him through life if he accomplished the full term prescribed. According to this excerpt, which best describes the father's hope for his son? that he will be physically strong that he will be smarter than all others that he will be revered and respected that he will be clever and cunning

that he will be revered and respected

In which section of the Declaration of Independence does Jefferson restate his thesis? the body the conclusion the introduction the list

the conclusion

Read the excerpt from Chapter 41 of Moby-Dick. The White Whale swam before him as the monomaniac incarnation of all those malicious agencies which some deep men feel eating in them, till they are left living on with half a heart and half a lung. What theme of the novel does this excerpt best address? nature's indifference to man man's indifference to nature the self-destructive nature of obsession the personal empowerment that comes from obsession

the self-destructive nature of obsession

Read the first stanza of "The Tide Rises, The Tide Falls." The tide rises, the tide falls, The twilight darkens, the curlew calls; Along the sea-sands damp and brown The traveller hastens toward the town, And the tide rises, the tide falls. Why does the poet most likely use the words "damp and brown" to describe the sands? to create a subdued mood within the poem to make the poem more haunting or unsettling to give a sense of the time of year to evoke sadness within the reader

to create a subdued mood within the poem

Read this excerpt from chapter 2 of The Scarlet Letter. The door of the jail being flung open from within, there appeared, in the first place, like a black shadow emerging into sunshine, the grim and grisly presence of the town-beadle, with a sword by his side and his staff of office in his hand. Which best describes the purpose of the words "black shadow," "grim," "grisly," and "sword"? to impart a sorrowful mood to impart a solemn mood to establish the early morning setting to establish the militant jailhouse setting

to impart a solemn mood

Read the quotation from chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. "Well, I'll learn her how to meddle. And looky here—you drop that school, you hear? I'll learn people to bring up a boy to put on airs over his own father and let on to be better'n what HE is." What is Twain's most likely intention for employing humor within this quotation? to portray Huck's father as educated and helpful to portray Huck's father as uneducated and ignorant to convince the reader that Huck's father truly wants to help Huck to convince the reader that Huck's father has the ability to be funny

to portray Huck's father as uneducated and ignorant