ENGL53 Final Review
In "The Wreck of the Hesperus," Longfellow uses the pronoun "she" to refer to both the skipper's daughter and the vessel in the poem. What can we infer is his motive for using these references as he describes their fate? to emphasize the gruesome and cruel way in which they both are destroyed to differentiate between the girl, the ship, and the skipper to emphasize the fact that their fates are intertwined because the girl is tied to the ship to make the reader carefully consider each reference and figure out to whom or what it refers
to emphasize the fact that their fates are intertwined because the girl is tied to the ship
Why does Sarah Kay say she writes poems? to cherish each moment to tell her story to figure things out to find her voice
to figure things out
irk to frustrate unskilled work initiative nastiness slow because of weight
to frustrate
In The Alchemist, what was the crystal merchant's personal legend? to travel to the Pyramids to become a wealthy merchant and have many shops to go to Mecca to travel to Spain
to go to Mecca
elapsed existing alone to have passed or gone by in large amounts a puzzle a feeling of sadness
to have passed or gone by
thrive to prosper the owner of a business prophesying future events a journey to a sacred place as an act of devotion to refuse to proceed a room in a church where sacred things are kept to be full or swarming with beetles considered sacred by the Egyptians
to prosper
balk to prosper the owner of a business prophesying future events a journey to a sacred place as an act of devotion to refuse to proceed a room in a church where sacred things are kept to be full or swarming with beetles considered sacred by the Egyptians
to refuse to proceed
The main point of Olivia Vella's poem is ________. to express the pain she feels each day to share her fears and insecurities to tell herself and other students that they are "good enough" to number the steps and elements of her daily routine
to tell herself and other students that they are "good enough"
desecrate slow because of weight unwilling to believe stinking brought up a manner of walking to violate fearless daring angered or annoyed something you can feel basic unskilled work
to violate
It is typically recommended that you give an employer ______________________ when resigning a position. two week's notice two weeks' notice two weeks notice
two weeks notice
In Jane Eyre, what illness swept through the school at Lowood? influenza cholera scarlet fever typhus fever
typhus fever
After Blanche hears her fortune, she is ___________. relieved unhappy unemotional excited
unhappy
menial slow because of weight unwilling to believe stinking brought up a manner of walking to violate fearless daring angered or annoyed something you can feel basic unskilled work
unskilled work
menial to frustrate unskilled work initiative nastiness slow because of weight
unskilled work
incredulous slow because of weight unwilling to believe stinking brought up a manner of walking to violate fearless daring angered or annoyed something you can feel basic unskilled work
unwilling to believe
understatement
used by writers to make something or a situation smaller, worse, or less important than it actually is; often used in a humorous way.
symbolism
using an object, image, or word (symbol) to represent an idea or quality.
imagery
visually descriptive language.
Robert Hemenway said that at the end of her life, Hurston ________. was still campaigning for equality was still the life of the party was greatly respected and celebrated was suffering from dementia
was greatly respected and celebrated
feeble sarcastic; cynical weak; lacking in physical strength recognize or perceive according to the law
weak; lacking in physical strength
Many of Hurston's personal manuscripts and letters ________. were discovered by Alice Walker years after her death were saved from a bonfire by a deputy sheriff were buried with her at the time of her death were discovered in a lockbox under her bed
were saved from a bonfire by a deputy sheriff
Anthropomorphism a short story that shares a specific message specific types of characters that often occur in literature something that is believed to prophesy good or evil a specific lesson that is clearly conveyed through a short story a piece of literature that represents truths about life or society when human characteristics are given to an animal or object
when human characteristics are given to an animal or object
Which of the following did Zora Neale Hurston take "creative license" with in her autobiography? her birthdate where she met Langston Hughes her parents where she was born
where she was born
The girl who built this table is named Ashley. What is the appositive? The girl who built this table Ashley is named Ashley Is it essential? essential nonessential
who built this table and essential
In the podcast, Jerry Pinkney says that Hurston illustrates with _______________. words dialogue imagery language
words
Marty exclaimed, "I want to go to __________ party" your you're
your
anthropomorphism "But I don't want to go among mad people," Alice remarked."Oh, you can't help that," said the Cat: "we're all mad here. I'm mad. You're mad.""How do you know I'm mad?" said Alice."You must be," said the Cat, "or you wouldn't have come here."― Alice in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll a black cat, a comet, a black raven C.S. Lewis's "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" tells the tale of a fantasy world with a lion named Aslan who represents Christ. The other characters and events represent truths about life and society. Lightning danced across the night sky. Many fairy tales have types of characters that recur such as the hero, the witch, the princess, and the friendly beast. "The Tortoise and the Hare""The Ant and the Grasshopper" "Slow and steady wins the race.""Work today and reap the benefits tomorrow."
"But I don't want to go among mad people," Alice remarked."Oh, you can't help that," said the Cat: "we're all mad here. I'm mad. You're mad.""How do you know I'm mad?" said Alice."You must be," said the Cat, "or you wouldn't have come here."― Alice in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll
Which of the following quotes implies that Janie wants Pheoby to tell the townspeople her story? "Two things everybody got tuh do fuh theyselves. They got tuh go tuh God, and they got tuh find out about livin' fuh theyselves." "It's uh known fact, Pheoby, you got tuh go there tuh know there." "Mah tonge is in mah friend's mouf." "An envious heart makes a treacherous ear."
"Mah tonge is in mah friend's mouf."
moral "But I don't want to go among mad people," Alice remarked."Oh, you can't help that," said the Cat: "we're all mad here. I'm mad. You're mad.""How do you know I'm mad?" said Alice."You must be," said the Cat, "or you wouldn't have come here."― Alice in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll a black cat, a comet, a black raven C.S. Lewis's "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" tells the tale of a fantasy world with a lion named Aslan who represents Christ. The other characters and events represent truths about life and society. Lightning danced across the night sky. Many fairy tales have types of characters that recur such as the hero, the witch, the princess, and the friendly beast. "The Tortoise and the Hare""The Ant and the Grasshopper" "Slow and steady wins the race.""Work today and reap the benefits tomorrow."
"Slow and steady wins the race.""Work today and reap the benefits tomorrow."
fable "But I don't want to go among mad people," Alice remarked."Oh, you can't help that," said the Cat: "we're all mad here. I'm mad. You're mad.""How do you know I'm mad?" said Alice."You must be," said the Cat, "or you wouldn't have come here."― Alice in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll a black cat, a comet, a black raven C.S. Lewis's "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" tells the tale of a fantasy world with a lion named Aslan who represents Christ. The other characters and events represent truths about life and society. Lightning danced across the night sky. Many fairy tales have types of characters that recur such as the hero, the witch, the princess, and the friendly beast. "The Tortoise and the Hare""The Ant and the Grasshopper" "Slow and steady wins the race.""Work today and reap the benefits tomorrow."
"The Tortoise and the Hare""The Ant and the Grasshopper"
Sarah Kay's poem, "If I Should Have a Daughter" includes which of the following song lyrics? "I can see clearly now the rain is gone" "Sunshine on my shoulder makes me happy" "But to me know you'll always be my little girl" "There'll be days like this, my momma said"
"There'll be days like this, my momma said"
In The Alchemist, what is the meaning of Maktub? "that is my prayer too" "as Allah wills it" "it is written" "the language of the Soul of the World"
"it is written"
How old is Jane when she goes to Lowood? 12 9 10 6
10
How old is Lizabeth in the story? 14 15 18 10
14
How long have Delia and Sykes Jones been married? 10 years 5 years 15 years 1 year
15 years
In what year was Their Eyes Were Watching God published? 1920 1937 1927 1934
1937
What do Lavinia and Francine find in the ravine on their way to the movie? A dead body A police officer A journal A murderer
A dead body
Who is Mary Ann Wilson? A girl at Lowood who becomes Jane's friend A new teacher at Lowood who replaces Miss Temple The nurse who watches over Helen The post mistress who watches for Jane's letter
A girl at Lowood who becomes Jane's friend
Meeting with the Mentor A wiser individual provides training and wisdom that will help the hero on the quest. The hero may still have challenges on the return journey. The hero is afraid and seeks to avoid the quest. Just as the quest begin, an obstacle encourages the hero to turn back, but the hero presses forward. An event begins the hero's journey or a character presents the quest. The hero battles or struggles against the final, ultimate adversary or force. The hero's journey has ended; the world is better for it. The hero reaches the most dangerous part of the journey and faces temptation (the temptation to turn back) and difficulty. The hero faces enemies and tests along the way to the goal of the quest. The hero is not the same person—he or she has changed and become wiser. The hero receives a reward—something that will make the world better.
A wiser individual provides training and wisdom that will help the hero on the quest.
THE ALCHEMIST MAP #8 Al Fayoum Oasis, Egypt Mediterranean Sea Strait of Gibraltar Tarifa Tangier, Morocco
Al Fayoum Oasis, Egypt
Who wrote "I Sit and Sew"?
Alice Dunbar-Nelson
Which type of figurative language is evident in the following lines from Clint Smith's "The Danger of Silence" ? It is charring. It is chains. It is privilege. It is pain. Metaphor Simile Hyperbole Alliteration
Alliteration
The Call to Adventure A wiser individual provides training and wisdom that will help the hero on the quest. The hero may still have challenges on the return journey. The hero is afraid and seeks to avoid the quest. Just as the quest begin, an obstacle encourages the hero to turn back, but the hero presses forward. An event begins the hero's journey or a character presents the quest. The hero battles or struggles against the final, ultimate adversary or force. The hero's journey has ended; the world is better for it. The hero reaches the most dangerous part of the journey and faces temptation (the temptation to turn back) and difficulty. The hero faces enemies and tests along the way to the goal of the quest. The hero is not the same person—he or she has changed and become wiser. The hero receives a reward—something that will make the world better.
An event begins the hero's journey or a character presents the quest.
THE ALCHEMIST MAP #2 Strait of Gibraltar Pyramids Andalusia, spain Mediterranean Sea S P A I N
Andalusia, spain
Romantic heroes Have certain failings or character flaws Go on great journeys and defeat monsters Are emotional and very human Are from noble backgrounds and reject the expectations of society
Are emotional and very human
I got all _______________ on my report card. As A's
As
How is St. John depicted by the author in the novel? As a loving brother who truly wants what is best for his sisters and Jane. As a zealous man who uses religion to try to bully and persuade Jane. As a kind and caring individual who only wants to do God's will. As a cold man with no true feelings or emotions.
As a zealous man who uses religion to try to bully and persuade Jane.
Who comes to visit Jane just before she leaves for Thornfield? Mrs Fairfax Bessie Mrs. Reed Georgiana
Bessie
Who comes to ask Jane to return to Gateshead? Bessie John Reed Georgiana Bessie's husband
Bessie's husband
allegory "But I don't want to go among mad people," Alice remarked."Oh, you can't help that," said the Cat: "we're all mad here. I'm mad. You're mad.""How do you know I'm mad?" said Alice."You must be," said the Cat, "or you wouldn't have come here."― Alice in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll a black cat, a comet, a black raven C.S. Lewis's "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" tells the tale of a fantasy world with a lion named Aslan who represents Christ. The other characters and events represent truths about life and society. Lightning danced across the night sky. Many fairy tales have types of characters that recur such as the hero, the witch, the princess, and the friendly beast. "The Tortoise and the Hare""The Ant and the Grasshopper" "Slow and steady wins the race.""Work today and reap the benefits tomorrow."
C.S. Lewis's "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" tells the tale of a fantasy world with a lion named Aslan who represents Christ. The other characters and events represent truths about life and society.
Claude McKay Expressed the vision that art expression could capture African-American heritage and the emotional context of spirituality. The most prolific writer of the Harlem Renaissance. Graduated from Harvard and won a Guggenheim Fellowship. Famous Harlem Renaissance musician. Wrote the first of the Harlem Renaissance novels. Celebrated through poetic images the rhythms and dances of Harlem.
Celebrated through poetic images the rhythms and dances of Harlem.
Who wrote "My Father is an Oyster"?
Clint Smith
Read the following quote from the novel: "And then again Him-with-the-square-toes had gone back to his house.Who is "Him-with-the-square-toes"? Joe Starks the Devil Logan Killick Death
Death
Dingy Daring To state or assert as a fact Drab or dull To be enough
Drab or dull
Who falls in love with Marcissus? Echo Aphrodite Oreades Hera
Echo
What is the setting of "Lob's Girl"? England North Carolina Maine Canada
England
Which of the following lines from "Lob's Girl" best provides the reader with the best evidence of who the dog at the hospital really is? Just as she reached the main entrance the guard was gently but forcibly shoving out a large, agitated, soaking-wet Alsatian dog. Sometimes the guard at the main entrance gave him a pat or offered him a bit of sandwich--he looked so wet and beseeching and desperate. But he never ate the sandwich. Every now and then he shook his head, as if to dislodge something heavy that was tied around his neck. Sandy moved her left arm--the one that was not broken--from below the covers and let her hand dangle down...
Every now and then he shook his head, as if to dislodge something heavy that was tied around his neck.
What is the best interpretation of the line "Impossible to reply to this in the affirmative: my little world held a contrary opinion: I was silent"? Everyone in the Reed household has told Jane that she is a wicked child. The red room taught her that, contrary to what Mrs. Reed says, her little world is haunted. Jane's actions indicate that she is not a good child. Jane feels that the world is evil and sad and oppressive.
Everyone in the Reed household has told Jane that she is a wicked child.
W.E.B. Du Bois Expressed the vision that art expression could capture African-American heritage and the emotional context of spirituality. The most prolific writer of the Harlem Renaissance. Graduated from Harvard and won a Guggenheim Fellowship. Famous Harlem Renaissance musician. Wrote the first of the Harlem Renaissance novels. Celebrated through poetic images the rhythms and dances of Harlem.
Expressed the vision that art expression could capture African-American heritage and the emotional context of spirituality.
Duke Ellington Expressed the vision that art expression could capture African-American heritage and the emotional context of spirituality. The most prolific writer of the Harlem Renaissance. Graduated from Harvard and won a Guggenheim Fellowship. Famous Harlem Renaissance musician. Wrote the first of the Harlem Renaissance novels. Celebrated through poetic images the rhythms and dances of Harlem
Famous Harlem Renaissance musician.
Read this line from "Lob's Girl": The village was approached by a narrow, steep, twisting hill-road, and guarded by a notice that said LOW GEAR FOR 1 ½ MILES, DANGEROUS TO CYCLISTS. This line is an example of what? Prolepsis Foreshadowing Flash forward Analepsis
Foreshadowing
gothic René Descartes Leo Tolstoy Toni Morrison Jane Austen The Iliad Frankenstein
Frankenstein
Epic heroes Go on great journeys and defeat monsters Are emotional and very human Have certain failings or character flaws Are from noble backgrounds and reject the expectations of society
Go on great journeys and defeat monsters
Who at Thornfield has a very unique and remarkable laugh? Leah Grace Poole Adéle Mrs. Fairfax
Grace Poole
Throughout her time at Thornfield, whose laugh does Jane believe she hears in the night? Adéle's Grace Poole's Bertha's Mrs. Fairfax's
Grace Poole's
Countee Cullen Expressed the vision that art expression could capture African-American heritage and the emotional context of spirituality. The most prolific writer of the Harlem Renaissance. Graduated from Harvard and won a Guggenheim Fellowship. Famous Harlem Renaissance musician. Wrote the first of the Harlem Renaissance novels. Celebrated through poetic images the rhythms and dances of Harlem.
Graduated from Harvard and won a Guggenheim Fellowship.
What is Jane's favorite book as a child? Alice's Adventures in Wonderland Hans Christian Andersen Fairy Tales Bewick's History of British Birds Gulliver's Travels
Gulliver's Travels
Tragic heroes Go on great journeys and defeat monsters Are from noble backgrounds and reject the expectations of society Are emotional and very human Have certain failings or character flaws
Have certain failings or character flaws
Why does the narrator ask the police officers to sit and chat with him? He is trying to convince them of his sanity He is trying to drown out the sound he hears He is trying to convince them that the old man is not dead He believes he is very clever and is amused that they do not know is he the murderer
He believes he is very clever and is amused that they do not know is he the murderer
What do we assume about St. John at the end of the novel? He becomes ill and returns home to live out the rest of his life with his sisters. He dies soon after his final letter to Jane. He returns to England and serves as a clergyman for the rest of his life. He marries a woman in India and works as a missionary
He dies soon after his final letter to Jane.
Why does John Burke sit "rocking day in and day out"? He is ill. He has no hope. He is very old and tired. He has a mental disability.
He has a mental disability.
How does St. John feel about Rosamond? He feels anger because although he feels an attraction to her, he believes marriage is a sin. He has feelings for her, but he refuses to pursue her because he puts his desire to serve God first. He has feelings for her, but he believes her station is too far above his for him to pursue her. He is attracted to her, but he believes she is too shallow and unkind to be a good wife for him.
He has feelings for her, but he refuses to pursue her because he puts his desire to serve God first.
Which of the following does not describe Tea Cake when Janie first meets him? He is about Janie's age. He is tall. He is lean. He is wearing a hat.
He is about Janie's age.
What can we infer about the old man? He is blind in one eye He is stern and hard He is related to the narrator He has a son in the country
He is blind in one eye
What can we infer about Fortunato in "The Cask of Amontillado"? He is a poor, but harmless, town drunk He is generally a kind-hearted person who made a careless remark He is from a proud and important family He is often unkind and mocking
He is often unkind and mocking
What is the significance of Tea Cake offering to teach Janie how to play checkers? She is choosing to play instead of work. He is treating her as an equal. Women did not play checkers. Janie wants to play checkers to spite Jody.
He is treating her as an equal.
In "The Handsomest Drowned Man in the World," the village names the drowned man Esteban because He looks like an Esteban. Someone recognizes him. Esteban means "beautiful strength." His name is on a bracelet he wears.
He looks like an Esteban.
In "Tamara's Opus," what does Joshua Bennett mean when he apologizes for his "silence"? He has never truly listened to her He rarely spoke to her when they were children He never fully learned her language He did not speak his true feelings to her
He never fully learned her language
In "Tamara's Opus," what does Joshua Bennett mean when he apologizes for his "silence"? He has never truly listened to her He rarely spoke to her when they were children He never fully learned her language He did not speak his true feelings to her
He never fully learned her language
What does the narrator do when he hears the sound "much such a sound as a watch makes when enveloped in cotton"? He paces and starts speaking loudly He laughs loudly to drown out the sound He pretends that he does not hear anything He tries to get the officers to leave
He paces and starts speaking loudly
How does Montresor convince Fortunato to come with him to his house? He begs him to come and taste his new pipe of Amnotillado He tells Fortunato he is going to ask another friend to come with him to taste the wine He tells him that his home is nearby and they can spend the night drinking and partying He flatters Fortunato and tells him that his taste in wine is matchless
He tells Fortunato he is going to ask another friend to come with him to taste the wine
Why does Mr. Brocklehurst believe Jane sighs? He thinks she is an insolent child. He thinks that she is being disrespectful to Mrs. Reed. He thinks she regrets that she is not a good child. He thinks she is afraid of him.
He thinks she regrets that she is not a good child.
Why does the narrator think that the police officers do not react to the noise he hears? He thinks they are mocking him and pretending not to hear He thinks they are waiting for him to react to it He thinks they do not hear it He thinks the noise is only in his own mind
He thinks they are mocking him and pretending not to hear
How does Montresor know there will be no servants at his home? He knew that carnival was one day when servants were not expected to be home He told them he would be gone but that they could not leave the house He told them he would be gone and gave them permission to go to the carnival He told them he would be in the vault and they need not stay
He told them he would be gone but that they could not leave the house
Which of the following can you infer about the "old man" in "The Tell-Tale Heart"? He was wealthy He was the speaker's father He was the speaker's neighbor He was ill
He was wealthy
______________________ dog was running down the stairs. Hector's and Eric's Hector and Eric's
Hector and Eric's
Whom is referred to as "Burns"? One of the teachers at the school Jane Mr. Brocklehurst (by the students) Helen
Helen
Read the following line from "Marigolds": Then the rest of the kids let loose with their pebbles, storming the flowers and laughing wildly and senselessly at Miss Lottie's impotent rage. Which of the following best expresses the meaning of the underlined words? Endless frustration Weak frustration Helpless anger Growing anger
Helpless anger
Janie tells the story of her life to __________. Her friend Pheoby her neighbors on her porch the townspeople Tea Cake
Her friend Pheoby
In Jane Eyre, what language does St. John want Jane to learn? German Chinese Welsh Hindostanee
Hindostanee
At the beginning of the story, what sense does the narrator say has become especially strong? His sense of taste His sense of touch His sense of sight His sense of hearing
His sense of hearing
What is the best explanation for Hurston's use of the line "No, I do not weep at the world—I am too busy sharpening my oyster knife" in "How it Feels to Be Colored Me" ? Hurston does not weep at the world because she is too busy uncovering her people's history. Hurston does not weep at the world because she sees herself as an oyster farmer who is too busy to stop and weep at things she cannot change. Hurston does not weep at the world because she sees "the world as her oyster" and full of opportunity. Hurston does not weep at the world because she is busy sharpening her "knife" and planning her revenge.
Hurston does not weep at the world because she sees "the world as her oyster" and full of oppurtunity.
Clint Smith refers to the negative connotation of a specific word. What word does he reference? Young Black Poor Illegal
Illegal
Magazine articles should be Italicized In quotation marks
In quotation marks
Where does Mrs. Reed keep important documents and her jewels? In her bedroom drawer In a special box in the library In the red room In a sugar caddy in the kitchen
In the red room
In this lesson you were asked to make assumptions based on clues and background knowledge. Which type of critical thinking is this? Metacognition Inference Evaluation Interpretation
Inference
In this lesson you were asked to make assumptions based on clues and background knowledge. Which type of critical thinking is this? Metacognition Inference Evaluation Interpretation
Inference
What is the significance of the split tree in the orchard? It's a symbol of the discord between Bessie and her husband. It marks a happy moment in Jane's life. It foreshadows what is to come of Jane and Rochester. It is the place where Jane and Rochester meet.
It foreshadows what is to come of Jane and Rochester.
What is the significance of the "curtain" the duke refers to in the painting? It is a metaphor for the duke "turning a blind eye" to the duchess's actions It is a curtain separating paintings of the duchess from the other artwork It is a curtain that covers the painting so only the duke can look on the duchess It was a curtain in the duchess's bedchamber that hid her from the view of others.
It is a metaphor for the duke "turning a blind eye" to the duchess's actions
What is the significance of the word "Resurgam"? It is what is inscribed on a tablet at Helen's grave It is the title of a poem the girls had to recite at Lowood. It is what is inscribed over the door at Lowood It is what Helen and Jane would whisper to each other to fight discouragement
It is what is inscribed on a tablet at Helen's grave
What is significant about the "red room"? It is where Mr. Reed's first wife died. It is haunted by "the woman in white." It is where all of the children are sent for punishment. It is where Mr. Reed died.
It is where Mr. Reed died.
When Jane tells Mr. Rochester of the woman who entered her room in the night before the wedding, Mr. Rochester tells her It was Grace Poole It was Adéle playing tricks It was just a dream It was Bertha
It was Grace Poole
Which of the following would Mrs. Reed agree with about Lowood School? It will teach Jane that she is poor and that she has a certain place in society because she is poor It will treat Jane as a servant and teach her to be a house servant as is her place It will keep Jane away from her and her children for most of the year with the exception of holidays It will teach Jane manners so that she can return to the Reeds and act in a way that Mrs. Reed deems proper
It will teach Jane that she is poor and that she has a certain place in society because she is poor
Series titles should be In quotation marks Italicized
Italicized
Titles of plays should be Italicized In quotation marks
Italicized
Where does the story take place? England France Spain Italy
Italy
Who wrote "3 Ways to Speak English"?
Jamila Lyiscott
romantic René Descartes Leo Tolstoy Toni Morrison Jane Austen The Iliad Frankenstein
Jane Austen
Jane tells St. John and his sisters that her name is Jane Reed Jane Rochester Jane Elliot Jane Eyre
Jane Elliot
In Jane Eyre, how are Helen and Jane different? Helen is meek and submissive while Jane is combative. Jane is quite shy and Helen is more outgoing. Helen is much more organized and tidy. Jane is more concerned with the fate of her soul.
Jane is quite shy and Helen is more outgoing.
Charlotte Bronté would have agreed with which of the following statements? Jane's life as a governess was a form of bondage because it provided few opportunities. A woman should marry for fortune above all else because wealth opens doors to opportunities. Teaching and bringing knowledge to a child is a great path to freedom of thought. Jane's life as a governess was liberating and provided great opportunity.
Jane's life as a governess was a form of bondage because it provided few opportunities.
After several years of marriage, Jody became very critical of Janie and began insulting her in front of people in the store. What can we infer is the reason for this? Janie is a little slow and incompetent, so Jody mocks her whenever he gets the opportunity to do so. Jody is jealous and does not ever want Janie to talk to another man in the store. Jody is aging and no longer as strong as he used to be; his own fear of aging causes him to lash out at Janie. Jody is selfish and tries to put everyone around him down to make himself feel better.
Jody is aging and no longer as strong as he used to be; his own fear of aging causes him to lash out at Janie.
Why does Janie always wear headrags in Eatonville? She wears them to keep the dust from passersby out of her hair. She wears them when she is working in the shop to keep her hair out of the food. Jody makes her wear them so no one else can see her hair. Jody makes her wear them to keep her hair beautiful for him.
Jody makes her wear them so no one else can see her hair.
To whom does Janie say the following? Ah know it. And now you got tuh die tuh find out dat you got tuh pacify somebody besides yo'self if you wants any love and any sympathy in dis world. You ain't tried tuh pacify nobody but yo'self if you wants any love and any sympathy in dis world. You ain't tried tuh pacify nobody but yo'self. Too busy listening tuh yo' own big voice. Nanny Logan Killicks Tea Cake Joe Starks
Joe Starks
Who said, "The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek"? Paulo Coelho Arthur C. Brooks Matthew Winkler Joseph Campbell
Joseph Campbell
Crossing the Threshold A wiser individual provides training and wisdom that will help the hero on the quest. The hero may still have challenges on the return journey. The hero is afraid and seeks to avoid the quest. Just as the quest begin, an obstacle encourages the hero to turn back, but the hero presses forward. An event begins the hero's journey or a character presents the quest. The hero battles or struggles against the final, ultimate adversary or force. The hero's journey has ended; the world is better for it. The hero reaches the most dangerous part of the journey and faces temptation (the temptation to turn back) and difficulty. The hero faces enemies and tests along the way to the goal of the quest. The hero is not the same person—he or she has changed and become wiser. The hero receives a reward—something that will make the world better.
Just as the quest begin, an obstacle encourages the hero to turn back, but the hero presses forward.
There are two __________ in the word "parallel." L's Ls
L's
Who wrote "Dreams"?
Langston Hughes
Clint Smith says that he gave up speaking for Lent A bet His pride A cause
Lent
realism René Descartes Leo Tolstoy Toni Morrison Jane Austen The Iliad Frankenstein
Leo Tolstoy
personification "But I don't want to go among mad people," Alice remarked."Oh, you can't help that," said the Cat: "we're all mad here. I'm mad. You're mad.""How do you know I'm mad?" said Alice."You must be," said the Cat, "or you wouldn't have come here."― Alice in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll a black cat, a comet, a black raven C.S. Lewis's "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" tells the tale of a fantasy world with a lion named Aslan who represents Christ. The other characters and events represent truths about life and society. Lightning danced across the night sky. Many fairy tales have types of characters that recur such as the hero, the witch, the princess, and the friendly beast. "The Tortoise and the Hare""The Ant and the Grasshopper" "Slow and steady wins the race.""Work today and reap the benefits tomorrow."
Lightning danced across the night sky.
What does Mr. Rochester want Jane to do after she discovers his secret? Live with him as though she is his wife Live in a cottage nearby Stay on as before and still be Adéle's governess Marry him anyway
Live with him as though she is his wife
What is the climax of "Lob's Girl"? Mrs. Pearce, Bert, and Jean see the trail of footsteps on the stairs Sandy meets Lob Lob sees Sandy in the hospital and Sandy wakes from her coma Sandy and Lob are hit by a truck
Lob sees Sandy in the hospital and Sandy wakes from her coma
Who says the following quote? "Janie! Come help me move dis manure pile befo' de sun gits hot. You don't take a bit of interest in dis place. 'Tain't no use in foolin' round in dat kitchen all day long." Joe Starks Nanny Logan Killicks Tea Cake
Logan Killicks
archetype "But I don't want to go among mad people," Alice remarked."Oh, you can't help that," said the Cat: "we're all mad here. I'm mad. You're mad.""How do you know I'm mad?" said Alice."You must be," said the Cat, "or you wouldn't have come here."― Alice in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll a black cat, a comet, a black raven C.S. Lewis's "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" tells the tale of a fantasy world with a lion named Aslan who represents Christ. The other characters and events represent truths about life and society. Lightning danced across the night sky. Many fairy tales have types of characters that recur such as the hero, the witch, the princess, and the friendly beast. "The Tortoise and the Hare""The Ant and the Grasshopper" "Slow and steady wins the race.""Work today and reap the benefits tomorrow."
Many fairy tales have types of characters that recur such as the hero, the witch, the princess, and the friendly beast.
_________________________ car was in the garage. Mary and Martha's Mary's and Martha's
Mary and Martha's
In Chapter XX the household is awakened by shouting. Please read the passage from this chapter below: It came out of the third storey; for it passed overhead. And overhead—yes, in the room just above my chamber ceiling—I now heard a struggle: a deadly one it seemed from the noise; and a half-smothered voice shouted-- "Help! help! help!" three times rapidly. "Will no one come?" it cried; and then, while the staggering and stamping went on wildly, I distinguished through plank and plaster:-- "Rochester! Rochester! for God's sake, come!" Who is calling for help in the passage above? Mason Blanche Ingram Jane Mrs. Fairfax
Mason
What happened to Matt's mule? Matt sold it to his neighbor who fed it and made it strong. It ran away because it was abused. It died because Matt did not feed it. Jody bought it and it became beloved by the town.
Matt sold it to his neighbor who fed it and made it strong.
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Mediterranean Sea
I brought my mother flowers for __________________ Mothers Day Mother's Day
Mother's Day
In Jane Eyre, why does Jane make the comment that "beauty is in the eye of the gazer"? Adéle is obsessed with beauty, but Jane realizes that beauty comes from within. She does not believe Blanche is beautiful, but Blanche is a renowned beauty. Mr. Rochester is not a handsome man, but Jane thinks he is beautiful. She is not beautiful, but those who love her think she is.
Mr. Rochester is not a handsome man, but Jane thinks he is beautiful.
Choose the most correct sentence: My brother is really bad at the math. My brother is really bad at math.
My brother is really bad at math.
Who says the following quote? In de black dark Ah wrapped mah baby de best Ah knowed how and made it to de swamp by de river. Ah knowed de place was full uh moccasins and other bitin' snakes, but Ah was more skeered uh what was behind me. Nanny Janie Tea Cake Pheoby Logan Killicks
Nanny
Vague Unusually small Deep in thought Not well defined Drab or dull
Not well defined
In "The Handsomest Drowned Man in the World," what did Esteban do to make the villagers think so highly of him? He had saved someone in the village just before he died. In his hand he clutched the tentacle of a giant squid. He had written an inspiring note just before he died. Nothing.
Nothing.
I am going to watch the game between the Chicago Cubs and the ___________________. Oakland As Oakland A's
Oakland A's
Who wrote "You Are Good Enough"?
Olivia Vella
Where does Jane like to sit and read as a child? On a window seat Outside the house under a tree Under her bed Next to the fire in the kitchen
On a window seat
Sarah Kay, in her poem "If I Should Have a Daughter," uses _____________ to describe something beautiful about the ocean. Simile Metaphor Hyperbole Personification
Personification
Sarah Kay, in her poem "If I Should Have a Daughter," uses _____________ to describe something beautiful about the ocean. Simile Metaphor Hyperbole Personification
Personification
Who is Janie's best friend? Pheoby Nanny Jody Tea Cake
Pheoby
In "The Ravine," Frank Dillon Is the murderer Is a police officer Plays a prank Escorts the women home
Plays a prank
The case of Brown v Board of Education overturned __________________. Plessy v. Ferguson Marbury v. Madison Dred Scott v. Sandford McCulloch v. Maryland
Plessy v. Ferguson
Which of the following established the "separate but equal" doctrine? Murray v. Maryland Plessy v. Ferguson Sweat v. Painter Brown v. Board of Education
Plessy v. Ferguson
Why did the 14th Amendment not address public education? Public education was understood to be readily available at the time. Public education was not widespread in the South at the time of the amendment. Public education was handled primarily by private institutions. Public education is handled by the states and not under the federal laws.
Public education was not widespread in the South at the time of the amendment.
Which of the following two events are most directly linked to Lizabeth's "coming-of-age" and "loss of innocence"? (Select 2) Throwing rocks at the marigolds Pulling up the marigolds Taunting and teasing Miss Lottie Hearing her father cry
Pulling up the marigolds Hearing her father cry
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Pyramids
enlightenment René Descartes Leo Tolstoy Toni Morrison Jane Austen The Iliad Frankenstein
René Descartes
Who wrote "My Last Duchess"?
Robert Browning
Who furnishes Jane's cottage? St. John Diana Rivers Mary Rivers Rosamond Oliver
Rosamond Oliver
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S A H A R A D E S E R T
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S P A I N
Which of the following words could be substituted for the underlined word in the sentence below? I lay on the ground and looked at the amorphous clouds above. Huge Ominous Gray Shapeless
Shapeless
Which of the following does NOT happen after Jane leaves Thornfield Hall? She uses all of her money to pay for the coach. She leaves her belongings on the coach. She becomes lost on the moors and is found by a clergyman. She begs for food.
She becomes lost on the moors and is found by a clergyman.
What is Janie's one outward display of freedom from Joe's oppression after he dies? She hires someone else to help in the store. She cuts her hair. She always wears red. She burns her head rags.
She burns her head rags.
hy does Jane sigh? She is worried that he will take her away from her home. She is afraid he will beat her because he is so large. She regrets that she is not a good child. She does not want to answer his questions.
She does not want to answer his questions.
Why did the Washburns call Janie "Alphabet"? She had been called so many names by so many people. She recited the alphabet wherever she went. She loved to read. It took her a long time to learn how to spell her name.
She had been called so many names by so many people.
What does Delia Jones do for work? She is a nanny. She is a wash woman. She is a farmer. She is a maid.
She is a wash woman.
In "The Wreck of the Hesperus," why does the skipper's daughter keep asking her father what she sees and hears? She is a naturally curious child. She is trying to keep him awake and alert at the wheel. The sounds of the bells and the guns are drowning out the sounds of the sea and wind. She is afraid and is seeking comfort and reassurance.
She is afraid and is seeking comfort and reassurance.
Which is true of the way Jane feels about receiving an inheritance? She is thrilled because she can finally have the life she has hoped for. She is much happier about finding family than receiving wealth. She is hopeful because she thinks it will allow her to return to Thornfield. She is happy because it means that she always was worthy of love.
She is much happier about finding family than receiving wealth.
The employment that St. John finds for Jane is She works at the local dressmaker's shop She is the mistress of the local girls' school She will work tending the church and as a housekeeper for St. John She is a governess for the local gentry
She is the mistress of the local girls' school
How is Jane related to John, Georgiana, and Eliza Reed? She is their stepsister She is a servant's daughter She is their half-sister She is their cousin
She is their cousin
Which of the following does NOT describe Blanche Ingram? She is very opinionated and original She does not like children She has wealth and status She is dark and beautiful
She is very opinionated and original
How does Bertha die? She disappears and is never found again She is killed by a fire She is crushed by falling timbers in a fire She jumps to her death
She jumps to her death
What is the main reason why Jane returns to Gateshead? She is curious to see what the Reed family is doing. She hopes to reconcile so she may receive a portion of the family fortune. She knows it is the moral and right thing to do. She wants Mrs. Reed to see that she has grown up into an accomplished woman.
She knows it is the moral and right thing to do.
What was unique about Hurston and the way she viewed "southerness"? She wanted to highlight the matriarchal society that existed in southern blacks. She was embarrassed by the simplicity of black communities in the South. She wanted to highlight the disparity between southern blacks and southern whites. She loved her southerness and her blackness and wanted to highlight it.
She loved her southerness and her blackness and wanted to highlight it.
In "The Ravine," what can we infer about Elizabeth Ramsell? She was found floating in water. She lived across the ravine. She was very beautiful. She was a silly girl.
She was very beautiful.
In 'The Shawl," what do we know about the older girl? She was very responsible. We do not know anything about her. She was a teenager. She was very beautiful.
She was very responsible.
According to her essay, "How It Feels to be Colored Me," what changed when Zora Neale Hurston turned 13? She kissed a boy. She went to school in Jacksonville. She went to live with her grandmother in Miami. She was called a terrible word.
She went to school in Jacksonville.
Which of the following was a very successful broadway show written and performed by African Americans? The Weary Blues The First Book of Jazz Shuffle Along Wild About Harry
Shuffle Along
Which philosopher does Clint Smith say was killed for political dissension in his final poem in the video "Tell Your Truth"? Plato Socrates Sophocles Aristotle
Socrates
After reading The Alchemist, which of the following is a theme that the author conveys through the text? Organized religion is important and should be emphasized over simply spirituality One specific religion is emphasized in the story of Santiago Spirituality should be valued over organized religion Any type of religion distracts people from their personal legends
Spirituality should be valued over organized religion
"What type of Asian are you" is powerful because it addresses several different _________________ Stereotypes People Discriminations Profanity
Stereotypes
"What type of Asian are you" is powerful because it addresses several different _________________ Stereotypes People Discriminations Profanity
Stereotypes
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Strait of Gibraltar
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Tangier, Morocco
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Tarifa
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as something that affected the development of spoken-word poetry? The Civil War The Civil Rights Movement The Beat Generation The Harlem Renaissance
The Civil War
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as something that affected the development of spoken-word poetry? The Civil War The Civil Rights Movement The Beat Generation The Harlem Renaissance
The Civil War
Santiago learns that one of the most important texts in the literature of alchemy contains only a few lines and is inscribed on something called The Holy Grail The Rosetta Stone The Philosopher's Stone The Emerald Tablet
The Emerald Tablet
classical René Descartes Leo Tolstoy Toni Morrison Jane Austen The Iliad Frankenstein
The Iliad
In alchemy, what is the name of the discovery that if metal is heated for many years and refined, what would be left would be the Soul of the World? The Soul of the World The Philosopher's Stone The Elixir of Life The Master Work
The Master Work
Who was Fra Pandolf? The emissary of the family whose daughter will be "the next duchess" The duchess's lover The duke's steward who interacted with the duchess The artist of the painting of the "last duchess"
The artist of the painting of the "last duchess"
"I have had the same dream twice," he said. "I dreamed that I was in a field with my sheep, when a child appeared and began to play with the animals....The child went on playing with my sheep for quite a while," continued the boy, a bit upset. "And suddenly, the child took me by both hands and transported me to the Egyptian pyramids.""Then, at the Egyptian pyramids...the child said to me, If you come here, you will find a hidden treasure.' crossing the threshold refusal of the call temptation/approaching the inmost cave the supreme ordeal the road of trials (Tests, Allies, and Enemies) meeting with the mentor The call to adventure
The call to adventure
After reading "My Last Duchess," which of the following most likely best describes what the speaker refers to as the "spot of joy"? The compliments the duchess received The duchess's blushes Moments of joy brought on by kindness and gifts The smile in the painting
The duchess's blushes
From "My Last Duchess" we can infer that The duke did not explain to his "last duchess" what he believed she was doing wrong before he ordered her execution The duchess thought she was simply flirting and making her husband a little jealous, but she meant no harm The duchess was unfaithful to the duke with those who gave her gifts The duke warned his "last duchess" that her behavior was angering him, but she chose not to listen to his warnings
The duke did not explain to his "last duchess" what he believed she was doing wrong before he ordered her execution
In "The Shawl," who is the narrator of the majority of the story? The nephew of Aanakwad. The little boy who was left behind by Aanakwad. The stepson of Aanakwad. The grandson of Aanakwad.
The grandson of Aanakwad.
The Supreme Ordeal A wiser individual provides training and wisdom that will help the hero on the quest. The hero may still have challenges on the return journey. The hero is afraid and seeks to avoid the quest. Just as the quest begin, an obstacle encourages the hero to turn back, but the hero presses forward. An event begins the hero's journey or a character presents the quest. The hero battles or struggles against the final, ultimate adversary or force. The hero's journey has ended; the world is better for it. The hero reaches the most dangerous part of the journey and faces temptation (the temptation to turn back) and difficulty. The hero faces enemies and tests along the way to the goal of the quest. The hero is not the same person—he or she has changed and become wiser. The hero receives a reward—something that will make the world better.
The hero battles or struggles against the final, ultimate adversary or force.
The Road of Trials (Test, Allies, and Enemies) A wiser individual provides training and wisdom that will help the hero on the quest. The hero may still have challenges on the return journey. The hero is afraid and seeks to avoid the quest. Just as the quest begin, an obstacle encourages the hero to turn back, but the hero presses forward. An event begins the hero's journey or a character presents the quest. The hero battles or struggles against the final, ultimate adversary or force. The hero's journey has ended; the world is better for it. The hero reaches the most dangerous part of the journey and faces temptation (the temptation to turn back) and difficulty. The hero faces enemies and tests along the way to the goal of the quest. The hero is not the same person—he or she has changed and become wiser. The hero receives a reward—something that will make the world better.
The hero faces enemies and tests along the way to the goal of the quest.
Refusal of the Call A wiser individual provides training and wisdom that will help the hero on the quest. The hero may still have challenges on the return journey. The hero is afraid and seeks to avoid the quest. Just as the quest begin, an obstacle encourages the hero to turn back, but the hero presses forward. An event begins the hero's journey or a character presents the quest. The hero battles or struggles against the final, ultimate adversary or force. The hero's journey has ended; the world is better for it. The hero reaches the most dangerous part of the journey and faces temptation (the temptation to turn back) and difficulty. The hero faces enemies and tests along the way to the goal of the quest. The hero is not the same person—he or she has changed and become wiser. The hero receives a reward—something that will make the world better.
The hero is afraid and seeks to avoid the quest.
The Crossing of the Return Threshold: Resurrection A wiser individual provides training and wisdom that will help the hero on the quest. The hero may still have challenges on the return journey. The hero is afraid and seeks to avoid the quest. Just as the quest begin, an obstacle encourages the hero to turn back, but the hero presses forward. An event begins the hero's journey or a character presents the quest. The hero battles or struggles against the final, ultimate adversary or force. The hero's journey has ended; the world is better for it. The hero reaches the most dangerous part of the journey and faces temptation (the temptation to turn back) and difficulty. The hero faces enemies and tests along the way to the goal of the quest. The hero is not the same person—he or she has changed and become wiser. The hero receives a reward—something that will make the world better.
The hero is not the same person—he or she has changed and become wiser.
The Road Back A wiser individual provides training and wisdom that will help the hero on the quest. The hero may still have challenges on the return journey. The hero is afraid and seeks to avoid the quest. Just as the quest begin, an obstacle encourages the hero to turn back, but the hero presses forward. An event begins the hero's journey or a character presents the quest. The hero battles or struggles against the final, ultimate adversary or force. The hero's journey has ended; the world is better for it. The hero reaches the most dangerous part of the journey and faces temptation (the temptation to turn back) and difficulty. The hero faces enemies and tests along the way to the goal of the quest. The hero is not the same person—he or she has changed and become wiser. The hero receives a reward—something that will make the world better.
The hero may still have challenges on the return journey.
Temptation/Approaching the Inmost Cave A wiser individual provides training and wisdom that will help the hero on the quest. The hero may still have challenges on the return journey. The hero is afraid and seeks to avoid the quest. Just as the quest begin, an obstacle encourages the hero to turn back, but the hero presses forward. An event begins the hero's journey or a character presents the quest. The hero battles or struggles against the final, ultimate adversary or force. The hero's journey has ended; the world is better for it. The hero reaches the most dangerous part of the journey and faces temptation (the temptation to turn back) and difficulty. The hero faces enemies and tests along the way to the goal of the quest. The hero is not the same person—he or she has changed and become wiser. The hero receives a reward—something that will make the world better.
The hero reaches the most dangerous part of the journey and faces temptation (the temptation to turn back) and difficulty.
The Ultimate Boon or Reward A wiser individual provides training and wisdom that will help the hero on the quest. The hero may still have challenges on the return journey. The hero is afraid and seeks to avoid the quest. Just as the quest begin, an obstacle encourages the hero to turn back, but the hero presses forward. An event begins the hero's journey or a character presents the quest. The hero battles or struggles against the final, ultimate adversary or force. The hero's journey has ended; the world is better for it. The hero reaches the most dangerous part of the journey and faces temptation (the temptation to turn back) and difficulty. The hero faces enemies and tests along the way to the goal of the quest. The hero is not the same person—he or she has changed and become wiser. The hero receives a reward—something that will make the world better.
The hero receives a reward—something that will make the world better.
Freedom to Live: Restoring the World A wiser individual provides training and wisdom that will help the hero on the quest. The hero may still have challenges on the return journey. The hero is afraid and seeks to avoid the quest. Just as the quest begin, an obstacle encourages the hero to turn back, but the hero presses forward. An event begins the hero's journey or a character presents the quest. The hero battles or struggles against the final, ultimate adversary or force. The hero's journey has ended; the world is better for it. The hero reaches the most dangerous part of the journey and faces temptation (the temptation to turn back) and difficulty. The hero faces enemies and tests along the way to the goal of the quest. The hero is not the same person—he or she has changed and become wiser. The hero receives a reward—something that will make the world better.
The hero's journey has ended; the world is better for it.
Who is Mrs. Fairfax? The housekeeper at Thornfield A teacher at Lowood The housekeeper at the Reed home The mistress of Thornfield
The housekeeper at Thornfield
Which of the following is the main person v. society conflict that Lizabeth's family faces in "Marigolds"? Racist remarks from neighbors Voting laws which restricted African Americans The struggle for Civil Rights in America The lack of work--especially for black men--in the Depression
The lack of work--especially for black men--in the depression
Langston Hughes Expressed the vision that art expression could capture African-American heritage and the emotional context of spirituality. The most prolific writer of the Harlem Renaissance. Graduated from Harvard and won a Guggenheim Fellowship. Famous Harlem Renaissance musician. Wrote the first of the Harlem Renaissance novels. Celebrated through poetic images the rhythms and dances of Harlem.
The most prolific write of the Harlem Renaissance.
What two requirements does Montresor outline for revenge? (select 2) There must be a broad knowledge of the punishment even if people do not know who sought the revenge The person who has done wrong must know he/she is being punished There must be witnesses to the revenge The person seeking revenge must not be punished
The person who has done wrong must know he/she is being punished The person seeking revenge must not be punished
Which of the following was very unique about Jane Eyre? Choose all that apply. The protagonist was plain and small. The first person narrator shares real feelings. The novel shares the insights of a child.
The protagonist was plain and small. The first person narrator shares real feelings. The novel shares the insights of a child.
What was "The Great Migration"? The migration of people from other countries to the United States in the 1920s The relocation of millions of African Americans from the South to other regions in the US The movement of people from the cities to the plain states in the Midwest The relocation of African Americans from slave plantations to primarily black communities after the Civil War
The relocation of millions of African Americans from the South to other regions in the US
How are the bodies of the people treated after the hurricane? The white bodies are buried in coffins; the black bodies are buried in a pit. They are all put into cheap pine coffins. The bodies of the rich are taken to churches and given funerals. They are all thrown into a pit and covered with quick-lime.
The white bodies are buried in coffins; the black bodies are buried in a pit.
In Jane Eyre, what do Mary and Diana do for employment? They are governesses. They are teachers in a local school They are German teachers. They are housemaids.
They are governesses.
Mandalas were first created in ________. Tibet Nepal India Morocco
Tibet
Suffice Extremely lean Willing to take risks To assert To be enough
To be enough
Abhor To assert as a fact To consider with disgust Based on memory Willing to take risks
To consider with disgust
In the first stanza of her poem, "The Cry of the Children, Elizabeth Barrett Browning refers to young lambs, birds, fawns, and flowers. She does this To create imagery and strong descriptions in the beginning lines of the poem To create a specific tone for the entire poem that is one of innocence and goodness To create a metaphor between the young animals and flowers and the children. To create a contrast between the happy animals and flowers and the crying children
To create a contrast between the happy animals and flowers and the crying children
When Santiago agrees to work for the crystal merchant, what is his plan? To earn money to travel to the pyramids To earn money to return to his sheep To earn money to open his own crystal shop To earn money to purchase a merchant ship
To earn money to return to his sheep
Where was Sandy going when she was hit by the truck? To the beach To her Aunt Becky's house To go fishing with her father To her friend Amanda's house
To her Aunt Becky's house
In "The Tell-Tale Heart," what is the main purpose for the narrator telling his story? To prove his sanity To argue his innocence To justify his actions To boast of his deeds
To prove his sanity
contemporary René Descartes Leo Tolstoy Toni Morrison Jane Austen The Iliad Frankenstein
Toni Morrison
What omen does Santiago see at the oasis? A falcon flying toward the sun A blooming cactus at dawn Two hawks fighting Two scarabs crossing his path
Two hawks fighting
During this literary movement, readers often anxiously awaited novels that were released chapter by chapter in periodicals or newspapers. romantic postmodern/contemporary enlightenment or neoclassical modern realism & naturalism classical Victorian
Victorian
Which of the following best describes Mrs. Fairfax? Stern and cold Warm and motherly Flighty and scatterbrained Rigid and pious
Warm and motherly
In Lemon Andersen's speech at TEDYouth 2011, the first poem he recites Was written by Etheridge Knight Was written by David Mamet Was written by Reg E. Gaines Was one he wrote himself
Was written by Reg E. Gaines
In Lemon Andersen's speech at TEDYouth 2011, the first poem he recites Was written by Etheridge Knight Was written by David Mamet Was written by Reg E. Gaines Was one he wrote himself
Was written by Reg E. Gaines
For many artists in the Harlem Renaissance, their means of expression were also Focused on the legacy of African heritage Ways to fight for civil rights Ways to focus on what would appeal to black audiences Solely focused on slavery and the after-effects of the Civil War
Ways to fight for civil rights
Which of the following is not true about Victorian England? Women were eventually granted the right to vote. The population of England tripled. It was a time of prosperity. The first railway opened.
Women were eventually granted the right to vote.
Jessie Fauset Expressed the vision that art expression could capture African-American heritage and the emotional context of spirituality. The most prolific writer of the Harlem Renaissance. Graduated from Harvard and won a Guggenheim Fellowship. Famous Harlem Renaissance musician. Wrote the first of the Harlem Renaissance novels. Celebrated through poetic images the rhythms and dances of Harlem.
Wrote the first of the Harlem Renaissance novels.
With which of the following statements would Bessie and Miss Abbot agree? You can have a place with a family as an orphan as long as you are pretty. It is important for children to be intelligent but to speak opinions calmly and quietly. They had to carry out punishments but were secretly pleased someone stood up to John. Mrs. Reed would like Jane if she would just be calm, funny, and witty.
You can have a place with a family as an orphan as long as you are pretty.
After viewing "Tell Your Truth," which of the following statements can you infer Clint Smith and his students would support? You can only be a leader if you speak and take a stand Poetry is the best way to express yourself The perceptions of others are not important The best words are those that are clear, not emotional
You can only be a leader if you speak and take a stand
___________ going to love the new teacher. Your You're
You're
_____________ going to love the decor in your new room. Your You're
You're
omen "But I don't want to go among mad people," Alice remarked."Oh, you can't help that," said the Cat: "we're all mad here. I'm mad. You're mad.""How do you know I'm mad?" said Alice."You must be," said the Cat, "or you wouldn't have come here."― Alice in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll a black cat, a comet, a black raven C.S. Lewis's "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" tells the tale of a fantasy world with a lion named Aslan who represents Christ. The other characters and events represent truths about life and society. Lightning danced across the night sky. Many fairy tales have types of characters that recur such as the hero, the witch, the princess, and the friendly beast. "The Tortoise and the Hare""The Ant and the Grasshopper" "Slow and steady wins the race.""Work today and reap the benefits tomorrow."
a black cat, a comet, a black raven
pun
a clever or humorous use of a word or phrase to suggest different meanings.
analogy
a comparison between two things that often helps explain something. An analogy may use similes or metaphors, but it is more extensive than either of these devices because the comparison is used to explain relationships.
simile
a comparison between two unrelated nouns that uses the words like or as to make the comparison.
metaphor
a comparison that does not use the words like or as.
melancholy existing alone to have passed or gone by in large amounts a puzzle a feeling of sadness
a feeling of sadness
Who were the "Talented Tenth"? a reference to the ten most famous artists of the Harlem Renaissance a group of educated black professionals the cast of a successful Broadway show the occupants of 10th street in Harlem
a group of educated black professionals
Read the following lines from "How It Feels to be Colored Me": [It] rears on its hind legs and attacks the tonal veil with primitive fury, rending it, clawing it until it breaks through the jungle beyond. What is the "it" that is being compared to an animal in this metaphor? the memories of her childhood in Eatonville a jazz orchestra playing the hatred felt by black people toward how they have been treated the noisy streets of Harlem
a jazz orchestra playing
pilgrimage to prosper the owner of a business prophesying future events a journey to a sacred place as an act of devotion to refuse to proceed a room in a church where sacred things are kept to be full or swarming with beetles considered sacred by the Egyptians
a journey to a sacred place as an act of devotion
gait slow because of weight unwilling to believe stinking brought up a manner of walking to violate fearless daring angered or annoyed something you can feel basic unskilled work
a manner of walking
theme
a message that applies not only to the story or text but also to the larger world.
Allegory a short story that shares a specific message specific types of characters that often occur in literature something that is believed to prophesy good or evil a specific lesson that is clearly conveyed through a short story a piece of literature that represents truths about life or society when human characteristics are given to an animal or object
a piece of literature that represents truths about life or society
euphemism
a polite or careful way of phrasing something embarrassing or unpleasant; sometimes euphemisms are used to make a truth seem "less harsh."
enigma existing alone to have passed or gone by in large amounts a puzzle a feeling of sadness
a puzzle
rhythm
a repeated pattern of movement or sound; in spoken word poetry, the use of words and stressed syllables to create a "beat."
sacristy to prosper the owner of a business prophesying future events a journey to a sacred place as an act of devotion to refuse to proceed a room in a church where sacred things are kept to be full or swarming with beetles considered sacred by the Egyptians
a room in a church where sacred things are kept
What was Sweat v. Painter? a ruling in which the Court sided with a school that refused to admit a Chinese student based on race a ruling in which the Court sided against a black man who refused to give up his seat to a white passenger on a train a ruling in which the Court ordered a school to stop forcing a black student to eat and sit apart from his white peers in a doctoral program a ruling in which the Court ordered a law school to admit a black student
a ruling in which the Court ordered a law school to admit a black student
What was Plessy v. Ferguson? a ruling in which the Court ordered a law school to admit a black student a ruling in which the Court ordered a school to stop forcing a black student to eat and sit apart from his white peers in a doctoral program a ruling in which the Court sided with a school that refused to admit a Chinese student based on race a ruling in which the Court sided against a black man who refused to give up his seat to a white passenger on a train
a ruling in which the Court sided against a black man who refused to give up his seat to a white passenger on a train
What was Gong Lum v. Rice? a ruling in which the Court ordered a school to stop forcing a black student to eat and sit apart from his white peers in a doctoral program a ruling in which the Court sided against a black man who refused to give up his seat to a white passenger on a train a ruling in which the Court sided with a school that refused to admit a Chinese student based on race a ruling in which the Court ordered a law school to admit a black student
a ruling in which the Court sided with a school that refused to admit a Chinese student based on race
When everyone is awakened by the cry, Mr. Rochester tells them not to be alarmed because it was _________________ who cried out. an animal a servant the wind he, himself,
a servant
aphorism
a short statement that contains a powerful truth. This term was first used by Hippocrates, the ancient Greek physician. These are often quotes or commonly used statements that express a truth particularly well.
fable a short story that shares a specific message specific types of characters that often occur in literature something that is believed to prophesy good or evil a specific lesson that is clearly conveyed through a short story a piece of literature that represents truths about life or society when human characteristics are given to an animal or object
a short story that shares a specific message
Moral a short story that shares a specific message specific types of characters that often occur in literature something that is believed to prophesy good or evil a specific lesson that is clearly conveyed through a short story a piece of literature that represents truths about life or society when human characteristics are given to an animal or object
a specific lesson that is clearly conveyed through a short story
allegory
a story or poem that has a moral or political meaning that may be hidden.
What was Joe's major accomplishment that was the first in a colored town? a street lamp a general store run by Jody and Janie running water in all of the homes a working telephone in his home
a street lamp
aversion sarcastic; cynical a strong dislike recognize or perceive according to the law
a strong dislike
What is a simum? an omen a foretelling breeze from the west a word used in the oasis that means "hope" a violent windstorm in the desert
a violent windstorm in the desert
What does Sykes use to scare Delia at the beginning of "Sweat"? a dead snake a fake spider a whip a rope
a whip
onomatopoeia
a word which represents a sound such as "bang," "thwack," "pow," "beep-beep," etc.
legitimate sarcastic; cynical weak; lacking in physical strength calm, peaceful according to the law
according to the law
Read the following line from "The Shawl": It was only after his father had been weakened by the disease that he began to tell the story, far too often and always the same way: he told how when the wolves closed in Aanakwad had thrown her daughter to them. What most likely was "the disease" that weakened the father? cancer tuberculosis alcoholism liver disease
alcoholism
The treasure in The Alchemist is __________. spiritual understanding gold and jewels understanding of self love all of the above
all of the above
Who was Linda Brown? the Supreme Court justice who wrote the opinion the mother of a girl who tried to attend a white school an eight-year-old girl who tried to attend a white school the superintendent of the Topeka school district
an eight-year-old girl who tried to attend a white school
motif
an element--a subject, object, word, or idea--that recurs in a literary or artistic work.
hyperbole
an exaggeration that is not meant to be taken literally, but is meant for emphasis.
metropolis thoroughly wet comfort boldness an urban area guilty of deception
an urban area
indignant slow because of weight unwilling to believe stinking brought up a manner of walking to violate fearless daring angered or annoyed something you can feel basic unskilled work
angered or annoyed
Read the following lines from Jamaica Oscorio's Kumulipo: "The city of Macintosh breeds thinkers of tomorrowAnd I have forgotten how to remember" These lines contain which of the following literary devices? understatement antithesis euphemism analogy
antithesis
As a child, how did Hurston see herself? as a welcome committee for Florida as a girl that peered cautiously at the Northerners as an actor on a stage as a shy, timid girl
as a welcome committee for Florida
In "The Shawl," all of the following are evident EXCEPT for (check all that apply) addiction abuse atheism abandonment adultery alcoholism
atheism
Choose the correct synonym for "rudimentary" measurable suggested effectively basic
basic
rudimentary slow because of weight unwilling to believe stinking brought up a manner of walking to violate fearless daring angered or annoyed something you can feel basic unskilled work
basic
Why do the townspeople make fun of Matt's mule? because it is dying because it is mean because it is so old because it is so skinny
because it is so skinny
scarab to prosper the owner of a business prophesying future events a journey to a sacred place as an act of devotion to refuse to proceed a room in a church where sacred things are kept to be full or swarming with beetles considered sacred by the Egyptians
beetles considered sacred by the Egyptians
temerity thoroughly wet comfort boldness an urban area guilty of deception
boldness
The ___________________________ backpacks were in their cubbies in the coatroom. boys' and girls' boys and girls'
boys' and girls'
propounded slow because of weight unwilling to believe stinking brought up a manner of walking to violate fearless daring angered or annoyed something you can feel basic unskilled work
brought up
In "Annabel Lee," where is the kingdom where Annabel Lee lived? in the Highlands England by the sea in a valley
by the sea
serene calm, peaceful weak; lacking in physical strength recognize or perceive according to the law
calm, peaceful
This literary movement was greatly influenced by philosophers who wrote extensively. romantic postmodern/contemporary enlightenment or neoclassical modern realism & naturalism classical Victorian
classical
consolation thoroughly wet comfort boldness an urban area guilty of deception
comfort
What was not one of the main causes of the Great Migration? continued slave practices racial discrimination economic inequality unfair labor practices
continued slave practices
In The Alchemist, Santiago is made ________ because the oasis is saved through his actions. chieftain counselor of the oasis the alchemist's apprentice second-in-command to the chieftain
counselor of the oasis
Santiago sells his flock of sheep and takes the boat to Tangier. crossing the threshold refusal of the call temptation/approaching the inmost cave the supreme ordeal the road of trials (Tests, Allies, and Enemies) meeting with the mentor The call to adventure
crossing the threshold
Choose the correct synonym for "deprive" force deny agreed with thoroughly
deny
apostrophe
don't get this "apostrophe" confused with the quotation mark. When discussing apostrophes in literature, we are referring to moments when the speaker addresses a person who is not there or an inanimate object.
In Brown v. Board of Education, what does the ruling say is the most important function of governments? defense equality education justice
education
Select the vocabulary word that best completes the following sentence:Even though he had technically broken the law, the boy felt that had been morally correct, and so he was ________________ as he argued against the penalty. emphatic feeble legitimate serene
emphatic
After a time of superstition and a focus on morality, this movement focused on intellectual reasoning and logic. romantic postmodern/contemporary enlightenment or neoclassical modern realism & naturalism classical Victorian
enlightenment or neoclassical
The weapon completely ________________________ the building and the surrounding area. feigned eradicated discerned misconstrued
eradicated
Read these lines from "The Weary Blues": He made that poor piano moan with the melody. O Blues! Swaying to and fro on his rickety stool He played that sad raggy tune like a musical fool. Sweet Blues! Coming from a black man's soul. O Blues! Which of the following literary devices is not evident in the above lines? alliteration euphemism apostrophe personification
euphemism
solitary existing alone to have passed or gone by in large amounts a puzzle a feeling of sadness
existing alone
feigned sarcastic; cynical weak; lacking in physical strength recognize or perceive fabricated
fabricated
In the novel, it says that before the funeral, Janie "starches and irons" her ________. black gown head rags face All of the above
face
temerity slow because of weight unwilling to believe stinking brought up a manner of walking to violate fearless daring angered or annoyed something you can feel basic unskilled work
fearless daring
Select the vocabulary word that best completes the following sentence:Maxine knew there was no excuse for her anger, and she made a(n) ____________________ attempt to justify her actions. serene emphatic feeble legitimate
feeble
personification
giving human characteristics to inanimate objects, ideas, or animals.
treacherous thoroughly wet comfort boldness an urban area guilty of deception
guilty of deception
Lob keeps coming back to the Pengelly family because his owner is cruel to him. Sandy helps him when he is injured. he has a deep connection to Sandy. he was the Pengelly's dog when he was a puppy.
he has a deep connection to Sandy.
Sandy first meets Lob when he wanders into the family's backyard. he comes from the north to find Sandy. he follows Sandy home from her school. he is with his owner at the beach.
he is with his owner at the beach.
In "The Ravine," the druggist is very pale and uncomfortable mainly because ________. he is afraid of being attacked he did not charge Lavinia for the peppermints he is upset about the recent deaths he told a stranger where Lavinia lives
he told a stranger where Lavinia lives
Jamila Lyiscott uses the metaphor of a shell in her poem to describe ________. her body her language her hair her speech
her body
In Their Eyes Were Watching God, What is Janie's most notable physical characteristic? her lips her hair her skin her eyes
her hair
In Joshua Bennet's poem "Tamara's Opus," Bennet says he will shout at the top of ________. his lungs a mountain his success his fingertips
his fingertips
What is the main thing that is influencing why the duke has chosen his future bride in "My Last Duchess"? his future bride's beauty his future bride's dowry the social status of his future bride's family the emissary's persuasion
his future bride's dowry
Choose the correct synonym for "antagonistic" hostile brought up uncertain required
hostile
Which is not one of the things Janie asks Hezekiah about Tea Cake? if he is a con-artist if he is a thief if he is married if he harmed someone
if he is a con-artist
profusely existing alone to have passed or gone by in large amounts a puzzle a feeling of sadness
in large amounts
Chapter titles should be ________. in quotation marks italicized
in quotation marks
Song titles should be ________. in quotation marks italicized
in quotation marks
The title of an episode in a television series should be ________. italicized in quotation marks
in quotation marks
Grab a shovel and get to work! What type of article is the highlighted word? definite indefinite
indefinite
Identify the following clause as dependent or independent. we played soccer and basketball dependent independent
independent
We know Lob's personality through indirect characterization direct characterization
indirect characterization
Michael said he would bring my backpack to school.The above sentence contains ________. indirect dialogue direct dialogue
indirect dialogue
gumption to frustrate unskilled work initiative nastiness slow because of weight
initiative
Book titles should be ________. italicized in quotation marks
italicized
Music album titles should be ________. in quotation marks italicized
italicized
The furniture store opened ________ doors in the morning. it's its
its
Lob can best be described as loyal quiet kind excited
loyal
"I'm the king of Salem," the old man had said."Why would a king be talking with a shepherd?" the boy asked, awed and embarrassed."For several reasons. But let's say that the most important is that you have succeeded in discovering your destiny." The boy didn't know what a person's "destiny" was."It's what you have always wanted to accomplish. Everyone, when they are young, knows what their destiny is. "At that point in their lives, everything is clear and everything is possible. They are not afraid to dream, and to yearn for everything they would like to see happen to them in their lives. But, as time passes, a mysterious force begins to convince them that it will be impossible for them to realize their destiny." crossing the threshold refusal of the call temptation/approaching the inmost cave the supreme ordeal the road of trials (Tests, Allies, and Enemies) meeting with the mentor The call to adventure
meeting with the mentor
I carefully explained the problem so that my coworkers would not __________________ what I was trying to do. discern conjecture misconstrue feign
misconstrue
This movement reflects the effects of war as it often describes a loss of humanity. romantic postmodern/contemporary enlightenment or neoclassical modern realism & naturalism classical Victorian
modern
spite to frustrate unskilled work initiative nastiness slow because of weight
nastiness
The clock read three ___________________. oclock o'clock
o'clock
Select the best synonym for the underlined word:Parents have a duty to care for their children. manifestation prognostication nostalgia obligation
obligation
In The Alchemist, which of the following does Santiago not do to sell more crystal? sell tea in crystal glasses display the crystal in a case clean the glasses open a stall in the marketplace
open a stall in the marketplace
In her essay, "How It Feels to Be Colored Me," Hurston says that the only white people she saw in her town were ________. living on the hill in Eatonville passing through on their way to another city the mayor and city council the farmers around the town
passing through on their way to another city
What is a plaintiff? people bringing the lawsuits legal guardians motivation certain rights
people bringing the lawsuits
Is the following group of words a phrase or a clause? inside the blue house phrase clause
phrase
This movement reflects the influence of war and technology. romantic postmodern/contemporary enlightenment or neoclassical modern realism & naturalism classical Victorian
postmodern/contemporary
In "Marigolds," Lizabeth describes ____________ as being a "cage." race class slavery poverty
poverty
In "The Handsomest Drowned Man in the World," the village notices that Esteban has an air of ___________ about him. loneliness peace despair pride
pride
Santiago's parents had hoped he would be a _________. priest teacher merchant shepherd
priest
Read the following lines from "Lob's Girl" and answer the question that follows: Slowly old Mrs. Pearce, and then the other two, turned to look at the trail of dripping wet footsteps that led down the hospital stairs. In the Pengelly's garden they have a stone, under the palm tree. It says: "Lob. Sandy's dog. Buried at sea." What plot device is seen in these lines? Subplot prolepsis analepsis enjambment
prolepsis
prognostication to prosper the owner of a business prophesying future events a journey to a sacred place as an act of devotion to refuse to proceed a room in a church where sacred things are kept to be full or swarming with beetles considered sacred by the Egyptians
prophesying future events
This literary movement emphasized the inability of humans to control their lives and destinies. romantic postmodern/contemporary enlightenment or neoclassical modern realism & naturalism classical Victorian
realism & naturalism
This literary movement focused on describing "real life" and that did not favor supernatural elements. romantic postmodern/contemporary enlightenment or neoclassical modern realism & naturalism classical Victorian
realism & naturalism
discern sarcastic; cynical weak; lacking in physical strength recognize or perceive according to the law
recognize or perceive
allusion
references to famous people, historical events, works of art, or other texts; in order for the allusion to be effective, it must be a very well-known reference (i.e. the Bible, well-known myths, Shakespeare, etc.)
So he began to wander through the city, and found himself at the gates. There was a small building there, with a window at which people bought tickets to Africa. And he knew that Egypt was in Africa."Can I help you?" asked the man behind the window."Maybe tomorrow," said the boy, moving away. If he sold just one of his sheep, he'd have enough to get to the other shore of the strait. The idea frightened him."Another dreamer," said the ticket seller to his assistant, watching the boy walk away. "He doesn't have enough money to travel."While standing at the ticket window, the boy had remembered his flock, and decided he should go back to being a shepherd. In two years he had learned everything about shepherding: he knew how to shear sheep, how to care for pregnant ewes, and how to protect the sheep from wolves. He knew all the fields and pastures of Andalusia. And he knew what was the fair price for every one of his animals. crossing the threshold refusal of the call temptation/approaching the inmost cave the supreme ordeal the road of trials (Tests, Allies, and Enemies) meeting with the mentor The call to adventure
refusal of the call
Which of the following is not a theme from the novel? regret hopes and dreams independence love
regret
alliteration
repetition of initial consonant sounds in words next to each other to create a sound device.
assonance
repetition of same or similar vowel sounds in successive words.
This movement focused greatly on the individual human emotions. romantic postmodern/contemporary enlightenment or neoclassical modern realism & naturalism classical Victorian
romantic
sardonic sarcastic; cynical weak; lacking in physical strength recognize or perceive according to the law
sarcastic; cynical
The newspaper editorial included a biting, _________________ description of the administration and its policies. resplendent plausible sardonic conjecture
sardonic
Dr. Kenneth Clark would support the belief that ________. segregation helps students develop pride in their cultural background segregation can create feelings of superiority in some students segregation can cause trauma for students who discriminate against others due to race segregation can make minorities feel inferior
segregation can make minorities feel inferior
When Rochester hears that Mason has arrived he is _______________. shocked and dismayed excited to see his friend nervous and anxious happy that he is safe
shocked and dismayed
caper sarcastic; cynical skip in a playful manner recognize or perceive according to the law
skip in a playful manner
ponderous slow because of weight unwilling to believe stinking brought up a manner of walking to violate fearless daring angered or annoyed something you can feel basic unskilled work
slow because of weight
ponderous to frustrate unskilled work initiative nastiness slow because of weight
slow because of weight
Omen a short story that shares a specific message specific types of characters that often occur in literature something that is believed to prophesy good or evil a specific lesson that is clearly conveyed through a short story a piece of literature that represents truths about life or society when human characteristics are given to an animal or object
something that is believed to prophesy good or evil
tangible slow because of weight unwilling to believe stinking brought up a manner of walking to violate fearless daring angered or annoyed something you can feel basic unskilled work
something you can feel
In "Rivers," Langston Hughes uses a simile to compare rivers to his _____________. community ancestors soul mind
soul
archetype a short story that shares a specific message specific types of characters that often occur in literature something that is believed to prophesy good or evil a specific lesson that is clearly conveyed through a short story a piece of literature that represents truths about life or society when human characteristics are given to an animal or object
specific types of characters that often occur in literature
fetid slow because of weight unwilling to believe stinking brought up a manner of walking to violate fearless daring angered or annoyed something you can feel basic unskilled work
stinking
vehemence sarcastic; cynical weak; lacking in physical strength strong feeling according to the law
strong feeling
In Jane Eyre, when Mason is injured, his injuries are caused by _______________. (Select all that apply) a gun beating fire teeth a knife
teeth a knife
Santiago wants to stay with Fatima and wonders if she is more important than his treasure. He considers staying behind. crossing the threshold refusal of the call temptation/approaching the inmost cave the supreme ordeal the road of trials (Tests, Allies, and Enemies) meeting with the mentor The call to adventure
temptation/approaching the inmost cave
In Jane Eyre, what did the fortune teller tell Blanche? that she would not marry Mr. Rochester that she would never know real happiness that she would marry a fair and wealthy man that she loved Mr. Rochester's money and not him
that she loved Mr. Rochester's money and not him
In Plessy v. Ferguson, the majority opinion believed ________. that the 14th Amendment made it necessary to protect the equality of all people that the Constitution is color blind and does not tolerate classes that the 14th Amendment did not eliminate the differences between people that it could protect the rights of races only in government buildings
that the 14th Amendment did not eliminate the differences between people
In The Alchemist, what product of alchemy can cure all illnesses? the Healer's Stone the Elixir of Life the Master Work the Philosopher's Stone
the Elixir of Life
What historical event caused the Harlem Renaissance to begin to fade? World War I the Civil Rights Movement the Great Depression World War II
the Great Depression
In Jane Eyre, Mr. Mason is from __________________. London Ireland the West Indies India
the West Indies
In "Annabel Lee," the narrator believes that ______________ was/were envious of the love he shared with Annabel Lee. the ocean waves her kinsmen the wind the angels
the angels
Mrs. Jackson, the art teacher at my school, has red hair. What is the appositive? has red hair Mrs. Jackson at my school the art teacher at my school Is it essential? essential nonessential
the art teacher at my school and nonessential
Read the following description of a character from The Alchemist. Use your knowledge and understanding of the novel and its characters to identify the character described:This character was wealthy and prosperous; however, due to natural disasters, he lost all of material possessions. He now has the philosophy that people should live in the moment. They should not fear losing what they have. This fear disappears when we understand that "our life stories and the history of the world were written by the same hand." the camel driver the Englishman Melchizedek the Alchemist
the camel driver
In "The Handsomest Drowned Man in the World," the drowned man was discovered by ________. the men of the village the dogs of the village the women of the village the children of the village
the children of the village
Who is Mr. Brocklehurst? the headmaster at Lowood Jane's uncle the local doctor Jane's future employer
the headmaster at Lowood
anastrophe
the inversion of words or clauses.
antithesis
the juxtaposition (placing next to each other) of two contrasting or opposing ideas.
In Jane Eyre, when Jane and Mr. Rochester are united, he compares himself to ________. the scarred and burned Thornfield Hall the lightning-struck chestnut tree a useless and scarred stump Pilot, his dog, who is loyal but ugly
the lightning-struck chestnut tree
In "The Wreck of the Hesperus," the old sailor fears that a hurricane is coming based on his observance of _________________. the wind the absence of birds the ocean currents the moon
the moon
proprietor to prosper the owner of a business prophesying future events a journey to a sacred place as an act of devotion to refuse to proceed a room in a church where sacred things are kept to be full or swarming with beetles considered sacred by the Egyptians
the owner of a buisness
Santiago works for the crystal merchant, journeys to the oasis and faces obstacles. crossing the threshold refusal of the call temptation/approaching the inmost cave the supreme ordeal the road of trials (Tests, Allies, and Enemies) meeting with the mentor The call to adventure
the road of trials (Tests, Allies, and Enemies)
Santiago speaks the Language of the World; he communicates with the desert, the wind, and the sun:"The boy reached through to the Soul of the World, and saw that it was a part of the Soul of God. And he saw that the Soul of God was his own soul. And that he, a boy, could perform miracles."Santiago turns himself into the wind. crossing the threshold refusal of the call temptation/approaching the inmost cave the supreme ordeal the road of trials (Tests, Allies, and Enemies) meeting with the mentor The call to adventure
the supreme ordeal
In "The Ravine," who was the man in the dark suit the women saw in the theater? the theater manager's brother the murderer who was following them Frank Dillon Douglas Spaulding
the theater manager's brother
My siblings have all gotten phones for ___________ fourteenth birthdays. there they're their
their
The students went to ________ desks. they're there their
their
sodden thoroughly wet comfort boldness an urban area guilty of deception
thoroughly wet
teeming to prosper the owner of a business prophesying future events a journey to a sacred place as an act of devotion to refuse to proceed a room in a church where sacred things are kept to be full or swarming with beetles considered sacred by the Egyptians
to be full or swarming with
eradicate sarcastic; cynical weak; lacking in physical strength recognize or perceive to completely destroy
to completely destroy