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Ms. Nichol’s class is having a discussion about Greek mythology. One student says, "The influence of the goddess Demeter can be found throughout Greek history and culture. She is the goddess of the harvest as well as the cycle of life.” Which would be an appropriate follow-up question to ask this student?

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“Who were some of Demeter’s allies in Greek mythology?”
B
“What role did Demeter play in the lives of the other Greek gods?”
C
“Who were Demeter’s greatest enemies, according to Greek myths?”
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“What are some ways in which the influence of Demeter can be seen in Greek culture?”
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Mr. Shae’s class is having a discussion about the writings of Shakespeare. One student says, "One theme found in Romeo and Juliet is that love can cause violence. Although the play is a famous love story, it is actually very violent.” Which would be an appropriate follow-up question to ask this student?

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“Who is the most romantic character in Shakespeare’s play Romeo and Juliet? ”
B
“Who were the most violent characters in this classic Shakespeare play?”
C
“What are some specific examples of love causing violence in Romeo and Juliet ?”
D
“What are some symbols used by Shakespeare to depict love and violence?”
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Read the quotation by Sojourner Truth. I am glad to see that men are getting their rights, but I want women to get theirs, and while the water is stirring, I will step into the pool. Which best describes the syntax in this quotation?

A
Truth uses complex syntax to describe how she will help women gain equal rights.
B
Truth uses simple syntax to express the idea she will participate in the fight for equality.
C
Truth uses complex syntax to express the idea she will participate in the fight for equality.
D
Truth uses simple syntax to describe how she will help women gain equal rights.
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Read the quotation from "Ain't I a Woman?" Look at me! Look at my arm! I have ploughed and planted, and gathered into barns, and no man could head me! And ain’t I a woman? Why is this quotation an example of ethos?

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Truth is suggesting that listeners should feel sympathy for her because she has suffered through extreme hardship.
B
Truth is testifying that women deserve equal rights because they can be as physically capable as men.
C
Truth is implying that all of her listeners have experienced similar pain and can relate to her struggle.
D
Truth is demonstrating that all women in the US have faced the same struggle that she has.
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Which students demonstrate active listening skills?

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Anton and Taylor
B
Trevor and Taylor
C
Timothy and Samantha
D
Anton and Wendy
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Which would be an appropriate follow-up question to ask this student?

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“Don’t you think smoothies are a lot more expensive?”
B
“How do you know so much about nutrition?”
C
“What are the health problems caused by sugary drinks?”
D
“Do you have a favorite recipe for fresh fruit smoothies?”
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Which excerpt from "My Heart Is Bursting" most contributes to the cultural view that freedom is essential to happiness?

A
I moved away from those disposed for war, and I also came along to see you.
B
We have been waiting here a long time to see you and are getting tired.
C
I love to roam over the prairies. There I feel free and happy, but when we settle down we grow pale and die.
D
These soldiers cut down my timber; they kill my buffalo; and when I see that, my heart feels like bursting; I feel sorry. I have spoken.
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Read the quotation from chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn , in which Huck is discussing his father. I HAD shut the door to. Then I turned around and there he was. I used to be scared of him all the time, . . . I reckoned I was scared now, too; but in a minute I see I was mistaken—that is, after the first jolt, as you may say, when my breath sort of hitched, he being so unexpected; but right away after I see I warn't scared of him worth bothring about. Based on the excerpt, which is the most reasonable plot prediction?

A
Huck will confidently face his father.
B
Huck will once again start fearing his father.
C
Huck will refuse to speak to his father.
D
Huck will be forced to make a choice about his father.
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Which statement most accurately describes the satire that exists within chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn ?

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Twain is satirizing society’s ingratitude by characterizing Huck as someone too selfish to appreciate anything his father has ever done for him.
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Twain is satirizing society’s dishonesty by having Huck hide his money to appear as though he is too selfish to share with his own father.
C
Twain is satirizing society’s disrespect by characterizing Huck as someone who is so rude that he cannot even treat his father with respect.
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Twain is satirizing society’s greed by having Huck’s father return under the pretense of caring for Huck when all he really wants is money.
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Read the quotation from chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn , in which Huck’s father is speaking to him. "Don't you give me none o' your lip," says he. "You've put on considerable many frills since I been away. . . You're educated, too, they say—can read and write. You think you're better'n your father, now, don't you, because he can't? . . . Who told you you might meddle with such hifalut'n foolishness, hey?—who told you you could?" Based on the excerpt, which is the most reasonable plot prediction?

A
Huck’s father will admit that he is jealous of this son.
B
Huck’s father will apologize for insulting his son.
C
Huck and his father will engage in an altercation.
D
Huck and his father will have a friendly conversation.
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Read the quotation from chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn . “Well, I'll learn her how to meddle. And looky here—you drop that school, you hear? I'll learn people to bring up a boy to put on airs over his own father and let on to be better'n what HE is.” What is Twain’s most likely intention for employing humor within this quotation?

A
to portray Huck’s father as uneducated and ignorant
B
to convince the reader that Huck’s father has the ability to be funny
C
to convince the reader that Huck’s father truly wants to help Huck
D
to portray Huck’s father as educated and helpful
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Which best describes the narration in chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn ?

A
Huck narrates the story, which helps readers understand his point of view and his inner thoughts.
B
The story is narrated by the “widow,” which helps the reader see Huck as an immature child.
C
Huck’s father narrates the story, which makes it difficult for the reader to grasp Huck’s inner thoughts and feelings.
D
The story is told in the third person, which creates a sense of detachment between the reader and the characters.
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Which of the following quotations by Huck’s father in chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is an example of irony?

A
"Starchy clothes—very. You think you're a good deal of a big-bug, DON'T you?"
B
“You're educated, too, they say—can read and write. You think you're better'n your father, now, don't you, because he can’t?”
C
“And looky here—you drop that school, you hear? I'll learn people to bring up a boy to put on airs over his own father and let on to be better'n what HE is.”
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"All right. I'll ask him; and I'll make him pungle, too, or I'll know the reason why.
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Read the excerpt from chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn . "It's so. You can do it. I had my doubts when you told me. Now looky here; you stop that putting on frills. I won't have it. I'll lay for you, my smarty; and if I catch you about that school I'll tan you good. First you know you'll get religion, too. I never see such a son." What do these words by Huck’s father reveal about his character?

A
He believes that education will make Huck feel superior.
B
He feels that religion is the only subject worthy of study.
C
He wants Huck to have a better life than he himself had.
D
He does not believe that Huck will succeed academically.
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Read the excerpt from chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn , in which Huck describes his father. He was most fifty, and he looked it. His hair was long and tangled and greasy, and hung down, and you could see his eyes shining through like he was behind vines. It was all black, no gray; so was his long, mixed-up whiskers. There warn't no color in his face, where his face showed; it was white; not like another man's white, but a white to make a body sick, a white to make a body's flesh crawl—a tree-toad white, a fish-belly white. As for his clothes—just rags, that was all. He had one ankle resting on t'other knee; the boot on that foot was busted, and two of his toes stuck through, and he worked them now and then. His hat was laying on the floor—an old black slouch with the top caved in, like a lid. Which best describes the effect of the narration?

A
It helps the reader see Huck’s father through Huck’s eyes.
B
It distances the reader from Huck and his father.
C
It foreshadows Huck’s argument with his father.
D
It gives the reader an objective view of Huck’s father.
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Which best describes the historical context of the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph?

A
It discusses the unequal treatment of Indigenous people by the US government.
B
It describes in detail the spiritual belief system of the chief and his people.
C
It discusses the speaker’s personal discussions with other chiefs.
D
It describes an interaction between government officials and Chief Joseph.
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What is historically significant about this 1879 speech by Chief Joseph?

A
It is a subtle and polite attempt to make peace with those who work for the government.
B
It is a direct and eloquent plea delivered in Washington for the equal treatment of all Indigenous people.
C
It is an adamant demand of requirements issued by Indigenous people to White settlers.
D
It is a detailed description of the conflict between White settlers and Indigenous people.
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Which excerpt from the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph is the best example of pathos?

A
We shall be all alike -- brothers of one father and mother, with one sky above us and one country around us and one government for all.
B
Give them all an even chance to live and grow. All men were made by the same Great Spirit Chief. They are all brothers.
C
I see men of my own race treated as outlaws and driven from country to country, or shot down like animals.
D
At last I was granted permission to come to Washington and bring my friend Yellow Bull and our interpreter with me. I am glad I came.
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Which sentence from the passage supports the claim in the 1879 speech by Chief Joseph that actions speak louder than words?

A
Good words do not last long unless they amount to something.
B
Too many misinterpretations have been made; too many misunderstandings have come up between the white men and the Indians.
C
I only ask of the Government to be treated as all other men are treated.
D
I hope no more groans of wounded men and women will ever go to the ear of the Great Spirit Chief above, and that all people may be one people.
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What central idea about the government of the United States is expressed in the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph?

A
The government can never lessen the pain suffered by Indigenous peoples.
B
The government has not even been willing to listen to Indigenous peoples.
C
The government has made many false promises to Indigenous peoples.
D
The government has misunderstood the wishes of Indigenous peoples.

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