English 10B Unit 5: Lessons 21-25
Read the passage from "An Upheaval." "I don't say she took the brooch," said Fedosya Vassilyevna, "but can you answer for her? To tell the truth, I haven't much confidence in these learned paupers." Based on this passage, what is Fedosya Vassilyevna's perspective? An Upheaval
She believes that no matter how educated they may be, poor people are not to be trusted.
In "The Interlopers," why is Ulrich a dynamic character? The Interlopers
He changes his perception of Georg.
Read the passage. I read a news article about a whale that had become entangled in fishing nets and lines. Happily, a fisherman spotted her and radioed a rescue team for assistance. After a good deal of time and energy, the team managed to extricate the whale from the trap of lines and netting. What is the most accurate definition of extricate?
to set free
Read the sentence. Watching the fireworks on New Year's Eve was the most exciting part of my winter break. Which answer correctly explains the role of the word Watching in this sentence?
It is a gerund because it is the -ing form of the verb watch. Watching is functioning as a noun: the subject of the sentence.
What is tension in literary text? Select all that apply.
unexpected events or revelations anticipation of the conflict
Read the sentence. The manager told the clerk to count all the stock on hand, _[blank]_, and to write a report on his findings. Which phrase would complete the sentence with correct parallel structure?
to check it against invoices
Read the sentence. The two friends had not seen each other for months, so when they had the opportunity to meet up, they were sure to savor every moment together. What is the most accurate definition of savor?
to enjoy something in a deliberate way
Read the passage. I had to stay off my feet when I sprained my ankle. Reading suspense novels, I watched movies, and crossword puzzles kept me from going crazy. Which revisions should be made to achieve parallel structure using gerunds? Select all that apply.
working crossword puzzles watching movies
Read the passage. When the babysitter rang the doorbell, she was a little concerned about the tumult she heard from within the house. It sounded as if she might be taking care of a herd of elephants! What is the meaning of the word tumult as it is used in the passage?
noisy confusion
Which passage from "The Open Window" demonstrates the use of foreshadowing? The Open Window
"Do you know, sometimes on still, quiet evenings like this, I almost get a creepy feeling that they will all walk in through that window—"
What sentence from "The Lay of Equitan" is an example of foreshadowing and why? The Lay of Equitan
"He was as much to the King's mind, as his wife was to the King's heart"; it suggests the seneschal will choose loyalty to the lord over his wife. - Wrong
Which describes a dynamic character?
a character who permanently changes over the course of a story or novel
What is sarcasm?
a description of someone or something in a harsh manner to both amuse and ridicule at the same time
Read the passage. Ellie and her friends have started a fan club for their favorite band, the Ticks. Their goals include selling "Ticks" T-shirts, to keep a list of upcoming performances, and ticket purchases. Which revisions should be made to achieve parallel structure using gerunds? Select all that apply.
purchasing tickets listing upcoming performances
Read the passage. A street-repair crew accidentally broke a water main. Traffic came to a standstill as the workers spent several hours trying to _[blank]_ the situation. Which word most accurately completes the sentence?
rectify
Read the passage from a news story. Negotiations between the baseball players association and management have continued through the weekend. The two sides have been talking for a week without significant progress. Several of the players commented off the record that management didn't seem to understand their demands and not acting as if they were interested in compromise. After three straight days of talking in groups, working in committees, and long arguments, both sides seem ready to call a halt to negotiations. Which revised sentences correct instances of nonparallel construction in this passage? Select all that apply.
After three straight days of talking in groups, working in committees, and engaging in long arguments, both sides seem ready to call a halt to negotiations. Several of the players commented off the record that management didn't seem to understand their demands or to be interested in compromise.
Read the passage from "The Open Window." Framton Nuttel endeavoured to say the correct something which should duly flatter the niece of the moment without unduly discounting the aunt that was to come. Privately he doubted more than ever whether these formal visits on a succession of total strangers would do much towards helping the nerve cure which he was supposed to be undergoing. What does this passage reveal about Framton Nuttel's perspective in the story? The Open Window
He has problems with nervousness and is seeking to improve himself.
Read the passage. It snowed last night, and I'm headed for the slopes. _[blank]_ is best when the snow is fresh. Which answer is a gerund that would correctly complete the sentence?
Skiing
What is a parody?
an imitation of a particular writer, artist, or genre that uses exaggeration for a humorous effect
Read the passage from "Lost on Dress Parade." Up Broadway Chandler moved with the vespertine dress parade. For this evening he was an exhibit as well as a gazer. For the next sixty-nine evenings he would be dining in cheviot and worsted at dubious table d'hôtes, at whirlwind lunch counters, on sandwiches and beer in his hall-bedroom. He was willing to do that, for he was a true son of the great city of razzle-dazzle, and to him one evening in the limelight made up for many dark ones. Which word best describes the tone of this passage, and why? Lost on Dress Parade
determined; Chandler sacrifices for weeks for one evening of pretense and must make the most of it
Read the passage from "The Lay of the Were-Wolf." The King turned him about, and rode to his hall, Bisclavaret following at his side. Very near to his master the Were-Wolf went, like any dog, and had no care to seek again the wood. Based on the indirect characterization in this passage, which word most accurately describes a character trait of Bisclavaret? The Lay of the Were-Wolf
loyal
Read these paragraphs. Jordan started the morning by spilling coffee on his suit on the way to his job interview. "No problem. I have time to change," he thought. As he rushed to change clothes, he stubbed his toe against the weights he'd left next to bed. "Jordan, that's why you don't leave weights lying around," his mom helpfully informed him. As he put a bandage on his toe, he bumped his head soundly on the cabinet door he'd left open. "Seriously, this day keeps getting better and better!" he mumbled as he made his way to his car. "Jordan, knock their socks off!" his mother called out behind him. Which passage from the text is an example of irony?
"Seriously, this day keeps getting better and better!" he mumbled as he made his way to his car.
Which sentence from "The Lay of the Were-Wolf" uses foreshadowing to reveal a future action that will help develop the story's main conflict? The Lay of the Were-Wolf
"Tell me, for hope of grace, what you do with your clothing?"
Which passage from "Lost on Dress Parade" is an example of irony, and why? Lost on Dress Parade
"That was a stunning girl," he said to himself. "She's all right, too, I'd be sworn, even if she does have to work." It is ironic because Chandler also has to work.
In "The Bet," as a result of 15 years in isolation, the lawyer's perspective on humanity has changed from appreciation to distaste. Which passage from the text best conveys this change in perspective? Select all that apply. The Bet
"Though you be proud and wise and beautiful, yet will death wipe you from the face of the earth like the mice underground." "That I may show you in deed my contempt for that by which you live, I waive the two millions of which I once dreamed as of paradise, and which I now despise."
Which passage from "The Interlopers" uses sarcasm? The Interlopers
"Your men will find you dead under a fallen beech tree. For form's sake I shall send my condolences to your family."
Which passages from "The Interlopers" develop the idea that both men are relieved and happy to end their feud? Select all that apply. The Interlopers
And each prayed a private prayer that his men might be the first to arrive, so that he might be the first to show honourable attention to the enemy that had become a friend. For a space both men were silent, turning over in their minds the wonderful changes that this dramatic reconciliation would bring about.
How does Mashenka's cultural experience affect her perspective on the events in "An Upheaval"? An Upheaval
As an educated member of a wealthy household, Mashenka feels offended that she is suspected of the theft of the brooch.
How does the point of view of "The Bet" affect the reader's understanding of the text? The Bet
Because the story is told in third-person limited point of view, the reader understands the story from the banker's perspective.
Which sentence from "The Lay of Equitan" uses foreshadowing to create tension by hinting that something bad is going to happen? The Lay of Equitan
Equitan and the lady loved for a great while without it coming to the ears of any. - Wrong
Read the passage from "The Lay of Equitan." "But if I love this lady I shall do a great wrong. She is the wife of my seneschal, and it is my duty to keep the same love and faith to him as I would wish him to observe with me. If by any means I could know what is in her mind, I should be the easier, for torment is doubled that you bear alone. There is not a dame, however curst, but would rather love than not." Based on Lord Equitan's words, what type of character is he? The Lay of Equitan
He is a round character, because he is conflicted over pursuing his own desires and doing what is right.
Read the last sentence of "The Open Window." Romance at short notice was her specialty. What effect does this use of irony have on the text? The Open Window
It produces an ending that emphasizes just how manipulative Vera is with her storytelling.
Read the passage from "The Lay of the Were-Wolf." When man's speech returned once more, he told him of his adventure. Then the King restored to his friend the land and property that was stolen from him, and gave such rich gifts, moreover, as I cannot tell. As for the wife who had betrayed Bisclavaret, he bade her avoid his country, and chased her from the realm. So she went forth, she and her second lord together, to seek a more abiding city, and were no more seen. What do the King's actions in this passage reveal about him? The Lay of the Were-Wolf
He is exceptionally kind and good-hearted.
Which passages from Chapters 1-3 of Don Quixote most clearly reflect parodies of chivalric stories? Select all that apply. Don Quixote, Chapters 1-3
He persuaded a good, honest country labourer, Sancho Panza by name, to enter his service as squire, promising him for reward the first island or empire which his lance should happen to conquer. Nothing was wanting save only a lady, on whom he might bestow the empire of his heart. There lived close at hand a hard-working country lass, Aldonza Lorenzo, on whom sometimes he had cast an eye, but who was quite unmindful of the gentleman. Her he selected for his peerless lady, and dubbed her with the sweet-sounding name of Dulcinea del Toboso.
In "The Interlopers," what motivates Ulrich to patrol the forest? Select all that apply. The Interlopers
He wants to protect his land from poachers and trespassers. He hopes to confront his thieving enemy Georg.
Lesson 25: Unit 5: Exam
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Read the sentence. If you want to make the best brownies, you need to have all ingredients at room temperature, preparing the pans ahead of time, and to set the oven to the required temperature. Which answer revises the sentence to correctly use parallel construction with infinitive phrases?
If you want to make the best brownies, you need to have all ingredients at room temperature, prepare the pans ahead of time, and to set the oven to the required temperature. - Wrong
At the beginning of "The Bet," the banker recalls this exchange from a long-ago party: "I myself have experienced neither capital punishment nor life-imprisonment, but if one may judge a priori, then in my opinion capital punishment is more moral and more humane than imprisonment. Execution kills instantly, life-imprisonment kills by degrees. Who is the more humane executioner, one who kills you in a few seconds or one who draws the life out of you incessantly, for years?" "They're both equally immoral," remarked one of the guests, "because their purpose is the same, to take away life." Which description most accurately illustrates how this exchange functions in the story's structure? The Bet
It is a scene that sets up the action and establishes the main issues of the story.
In "The Lay of the Werewolf," how does Bisclavaret's revelation that he is a werewolf advance the plot? The Lay of the Were-Wolf
It scares his wife, causing her to launch a plan to remove Bisclavaret from her life.
Read the passage from "Lost on Dress Parade." Then it was that the Madness of Manhattan, the frenzy of Fuss and Feathers, the Bacillus of Brag, the Provincial Plague of Pose seized upon Towers Chandler. He was on Broadway, surrounded by pomp and style, and there were eyes to look at him. How does the alliteration in the phrase "the Madness of Manhattan, the frenzy of Fuss and Feathers, the Bacillus of Brag, the Provincial Plague of Pose" affect the tone? Select all that apply. Lost on Dress Parade
It suggests Chandler's extreme egotism as he takes note of the attention he is receiving. It helps to convey a delirious tone as Chandler becomes caught up in the role he is playing.
Which two passages from "Lost on Dress Parade" are examples of irony? Select two that apply. Lost on Dress Parade
It was a breach of etiquette, of course, but oftentimes wage-earning girls waived formalities in matters of this kind. They were generally shrewd judges of men; and thought better of their own judgment than they did of useless conventions. "This way of living that you speak of," she said, "sounds so futile and purposeless. Haven't you any work to do in the world that might interest you more?" "My dear Miss Marian," he exclaimed--"work! Think of dressing every day for dinner, of making half a dozen calls in an afternoon--with a policeman at every corner ready to jump into your auto and take you to the station. ... We do-nothings are the hardest workers in the land."
In which sentence are all words used correctly?
Joni's teammates held her in high esteem because of her positive attitude and strong leadership.
Which statement best explains the irony at the end of "The Interlopers"? The Interlopers
Just when Ulrich and Georg agree to work together, their calls attract deadly wolves instead of helpful humans; this ending is the opposite of what is expected.
Which passage from Chapters 4-5 of Don Quixote uses sarcasm? Don Quixote, Chapters 4-5
Making pretense that a certain town on his estate, named Barataria, was an island, the duke dispatched Sancho to govern it. ... After a magnificent entry into the city, Sancho Panza was called upon to give judgment in certain teasing disputes, and this he did with such wit and such wholesome commonsense that he delighted all who heard him.
Which passage from "An Upheaval" interrupts the narrative to reveal an important aspect of Mashenka's character? An Upheaval
Mashenka remembered that under the sheets in her basket she had some sweetmeats, which, following the habits of her schooldays, she had put in her pocket at dinner and carried off to her room. She felt hot all over, and was ashamed at the thought that her little secret was known to the lady of the house; and all this terror, shame, resentment, brought on an attack of palpitation of the heart.
Read the passage. Miguel's little brother had his zoo adventure planned. He wanted to ride the safari train, then watch the otters, to visit the monkey cage, and was also planning several snack-bar stops. Which answer revises the passage to correctly use parallel construction with infinitive phrases?
Miguel's little brother had his zoo adventure planned: he wanted to ride the safari train, watch the otters, to visit the monkey cage, and to plan several snack-bar stops. - Wrong
Read the passage from "An Upheaval," in which Nikolay, the master of the house, speaks to Mashenka. "Well, God bless you!" sighed Nikolay Sergeitch, sitting down on the stool near the box. "I must own I like people who still can feel resentment, contempt, and so on. I could sit here forever and look at your indignant face." How does this passage reveal Nikolay's cultural experience? Select all that apply. An Upheaval
Nikolay lives in a world of wealthy, indifferent people who have lost the capacity to show emotion. Nikolay appreciates Mashenka's anger as it so closely reflects his own anger at his low rank in his wife's household.
Read the passage from "The Open Window." "A most extraordinary man, a Mr. Nuttel," said Mrs. Sappleton; "could only talk about his illnesses, and dashed off without a word of good-bye or apology when you arrived. One would think he had seen a ghost." What inference can be made about Mrs. Sappleton? The Open Window
She is unaware of her niece's deception.
Read the passage from "The Open Window." Framton shivered slightly and turned towards the niece with a look intended to convey sympathetic comprehension. The child was staring out through the open window with dazed horror in her eyes. Why does Vera stare through the window in fear? The Open Window
She wants to ensure that Framton believes her story.
Read the passage from "The Bet" by Anton Chekhov. During the first year of imprisonment, the lawyer, as far as it was possible to judge from his short notes, suffered terribly from loneliness and boredom. ... In the second year the piano was heard no longer and the lawyer asked only for classics. In the fifth year, music was heard again, and the prisoner asked for wine. In the second half of the sixth year, the prisoner began zealously to study languages, philosophy, and history. .... In the space of four years about six hundred volumes were bought at his request. ... Later on, after the tenth year, the lawyer sat immovable before his table and read only the New Testament. ... During the last two years of his confinement the prisoner read an extraordinary amount, quite haphazard. How is structure used in this passage? The Bet
Summary is used to show the passage of time and describe long stretches of time in which not much happens.
Which sentences contain an infinitive phrase that is used as an object of the verb? Select all that apply.
The Martin brothers needed to win two matches in the state tennis tournament. On Friday night, the campers wanted to sing their favorite songs around the fire.
Read the passage from Chapters 1-3 of Don Quixote. At nights he read these romances until it was day; a-day he would read until it was night. Thus, by reading much and sleeping little, he lost the use of his reason. How does the author use sarcasm in the passage? Don Quixote, Chapters 1-3
The author mocks romantic literature by explaining that the more Don Quixote reads the less intelligent and functional he becomes.
In "The Bet," what causes the argument that leads to the wager between the banker and the lawyer? The Bet
The banker believes dying a slow death is far worse than a quick end, and the lawyer believes that some kind of life is better than none at all.
Read the sentence. The company is looking for employees who have a sense of commitment, relevant experience, and who demonstrate loyalty. Which revision uses parallel structure?
The company is looking for employees who have a sense of commitment, who possess relevant experience, and who demonstrate loyalty.
How does the cultural setting of "The Lay of Equitan" contribute to the development of the characters? The Lay of Equitan
The concept of courtly love in 12th-century Brittany influences the secrecy of the affair between the King and the lady.
In which sentence is the word stipulate used correctly?
The employees are demanding a new contract that stipulates a schedule of paid days off.
The climax of "An Upheaval" begins with this section: "May I come in?" asked Nikolay Sergeitch at the door; he had come up noiselessly to the door, and spoke in a soft, subdued voice. "May I?" "Come in." He came in and stood still near the door. His eyes looked dim and his red little nose was shiny. After dinner he used to drink beer, and the fact was perceptible in his walk, in his feeble, flabby hands. "What's this?" he asked, pointing to the basket. "I am packing. Forgive me, Nikolay Sergeitch, but I cannot remain in your house. I feel deeply insulted by this search!" Which description most accurately explains the pacing of the story's final section? An Upheaval
The extended exchange between Nikolay and Mashenka slows down the pace and creates tension ahead of the story's final revelations.
Read the information Lupe heard from a flight attendant. All the seats on this flight are full. The flight is overbooked. Eight people are on the standby list at this time. Lupe wants to put all this information in a single sentence for a news update. Which version uses correct parallel construction?
The flight attendant just reported that all seats were full, that the flight was overbooked, and that eight people were already on the standby list.
Which sentences show correct parallel structure? Select all that apply.
The house sitter offered to dust the furniture, water the plants, and collect the mail. On Saturday, Miguel picked up his sister, took her to the country club, and watched her swim.
Read the sentence from "The Lay of Equitan." "She who sets her love more highly than she can reach, may pluck no fruit from the tree." This sentence is from a discussion between the lady and Lord Equitan at the beginning of their relationship. How does this detail characterize the relationship between the lady and Lord Equitan? The Lay of Equitan
The lady questions the possibility of a relationship because she fears Lord Equitan is too good for her.
In "The Interlopers," how do Georg and Ulrich change their perspective? The Interlopers
The men reconsider their feud and decide that they could bring peace to the villagers by reconciling.
Read the passage from Chapters 4-5 of Don Quixote. Well-pleased with himself, he sat down in a grand hall to a solitary banquet, with a physician standing by his side. No sooner had Sancho tasted a dish than the physician touched it with a wand, and a page bore it swiftly away. At first Sancho was confused by this interference with his appetite, but presently he grew bold and protested; whereupon the physician said that his mission was to overlook the governor's health, and to see that he ate nothing which was prejudicial to his physical well-being, since the happiness of the state depended upon the health of its governor. How does the author's use of irony in this passage impact the story? Don Quixote, Chapters 4-5
The reader knows something that Sancho Panza does not know. This creates humor and a sense of anticipation for the reader.
Read the last paragraph of "Lost on Dress Parade." "I could love a man with dark and kind blue eyes, who is gentle and respectful to poor girls, who is handsome and good and does not try to flirt. But I could love him only if he had an ambition, an object, some work to do in the world. I would not care how poor he was if I could help him build his way up. But, sister dear, the kind of man we always meet--the man who lives an idle life between society and his clubs--I could not love a man like that, even if his eyes were blue and he were ever so kind to poor girls whom he met in the street." How does this paragraph explain the irony in the story? Lost on Dress Parade
The reader knows what the characters do not: Marian just met the man of her dreams, but because Chandler misrepresented himself to be the kind of man she cannot stand, the two will never have a chance at love.
Read the beginning of "An Upheaval." Mashenka Pavletsky, a young girl who had only just finished her studies at a boarding school, returning from a walk to the house of the Kushkins, with whom she was living as a governess, found the household in a terrible turmoil. Mihailo, the porter who opened the door to her, was excited and red as a crab. Loud voices were heard from upstairs. How does this scene's placement at the beginning of the story affect the reader? Select all that apply. An Upheaval
The scene builds tension and mystery for the reader from the beginning. The action and sensory details create a sense of excitement and suspense that hooks the reader.
How does the setting of the English country house in "The Open Window" help develop the character of Vera? Select all that apply. The Open Window
The setting helps communicate Vera's boredom at fulfilling the traditional Victorian-era role of entertaining visitors. While the men hunt outside, she is left inside with nothing to do. The setting helps communicate Vera's cleverness. She knows what the rituals of her English upper-class household are and how she can use that knowledge to manipulate Framton.
Read the passage from "Lost on Dress Parade" that reveals Chandler's thoughts about the young woman he has just met. His ten dollars, discreetly expended, would enable the two to dine very well indeed. The dinner would no doubt be a wonderful experience thrown into the dull routine of the girl's life; and her lively appreciation of it would add to his own triumph and pleasure. At the end of the story, readers learn that the girl actually is from a wealthy family and is only pretending to be poor. How does the author's tone in this passage help to set up this ironic ending? Lost on Dress Parade
The sincere and straightforward tone captivates readers and keeps them from being suspicious of what might actually be happening.
Read the passage from Chapters 1-3 of Don Quixote. A company of merchants approaching caused Don Quixote to halt in the middle of the road, calling upon them to stand until they acknowledged Dulcinea del Toboso to be the peerless beauty of the world. Why is the situation in the passage humorous? Don Quixote, Chapters 1-3
The situation is humorous because of Don Quixote's grand and improbable demand of the merchants to compliment a woman who does not actually exist.
How does the use of foreign words in "Lost on Dress Parade" affect the tone? Lost on Dress Parade
The use of foreign words suggests false sophistication and sets a pretentious tone.
Read the sentence. Every other Tuesday, the cleaning crew comes to the office at night to vacuum and mop the floors. What is the function of the words to vacuum and mop the floors?
The words are an infinitive phrase that functions as an adverb modifying the verb comes.
Read the passage from Don Quixote, Chapters 4-5. Sancho cheered him, and kept his heart as high as it would reach in his misery, and together they turned their faces towards home, leaving the future to the disposition of Providence. How do these details characterize the relationship between Don Quixote and Sancho Panza? Don Quixote, Chapters 4-5
They emphasize Sancho's unwavering dedication to Don Quixote as well as Don Quixote's reliance on Sancho Panza
Read the passage. The ingredients in toothpaste work in conjunction to maintain people's oral hygiene and provide them with stronger teeth. Toothpaste is made from a number of different ingredients such as fluoride, detergents, and abrasives. Manufacturers commonly choose to flavor the product with some kind of mint or varying the flavor with bubble gum or berry flavors. Toothpaste makers can also adjust the ingredients for whitening teeth or to accommodate people with sensitive gums. Which revisions correct errors in use of parallel structure? Select all that apply.
Toothpaste makers can also adjust the ingredients to whiten teeth or to accommodate people with sensitive gums. Manufacturers commonly choose to flavor the product with some kind of mint or to vary the flavor with bubble gum or berry flavors.
In "The Interlopers," interactions between Ulrich and Georg have always been very hostile. Which detail from the story best demonstrates a change in their relationship? The Interlopers
Ulrich offers some of his wine to Georg.
How can you determine tone in a text? Select all that apply.
Verify word meaning, focusing on the denotative and connotative meanings. Pay close attention to the author's word choice.
Read the sentence. We couldn't wait to arrive at the park, where we planned to hike in the woods, swimming in the lake, and ride bikes on the beach. What is the best revision of this sentence?
We couldn't wait to arrive at the park, where we planned to hike in the woods, swim in the lake, and riding bikes on the beach. - Wrong
How does the historical setting of 12th-century Brittany influence the complexity and believability of the character of the knight Bisclavaret in "The Lay of the Were-Wolf"? Select two that apply. The Lay of the Were-Wolf
Women were honored and protected in the age of chivalry, which is indicated in the knight's reluctance to reveal his transformations to his wife. As a 12th-century knight, Bisclavaret must follow a code of behavior, which is reflected in his chivalrous attitude and devoted relationship to the King.
What is foreshadowing?
a literary device to provide a clue about something that will happen later in a text
Which two responses most effectively describe irony? Select two that apply.
a situation in which something that is intended or expected to happen does not happen, or when the outcome is the opposite of what is expected a situation in which the audience or reader knows something that the characters in a performance, text, or real-life situation do not know
Read this passage from the ending of "The Interlopers." There was silence again for some minutes, and then Ulrich gave a joyful cry. "I can see figures coming through the wood. They are following in the way I came down the hillside." Both men raised their voices in as loud a shout as they could muster. "They hear us! They've stopped. Now they see us. They're running down the hill towards us," cried Ulrich. "How many of them are there?" asked Georg. "I can't see distinctly," said Ulrich; "nine or ten," "Then they are yours," said Georg; "I had only seven out with me." "They are making all the speed they can, brave lads," said Ulrich gladly. "Are they your men?" asked Georg. "Are they your men?" he repeated impatiently as Ulrich did not answer. "No," said Ulrich with a laugh, the idiotic chattering laugh of a man unstrung with hideous fear. "Who are they?" asked Georg quickly, straining his eyes to see what the other would gladly not have seen. "Wolves." Which word best describes the tone at the end of this passage, and why? The Interlopers
a terrifying tone; Ulrich and Georg realize that the wolves will come and kill them
Read the sentence. Liza, who looked very comely in the ornate gown that she wore to the dance, stood out in the room. Which word is a synonym of comely as it is used in the sentence?
attractive
What is the setting in "The Lay of Equitan"? The Lay of Equitan
the King's realm in Brittany during the Middle Ages