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What type of conflict is taking place in this passage?

A
character vs. nature
B
character vs. character
C
character vs. society
D
character vs. self
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Identify the type of conflict taking place in each excerpt from The Odyssey. “Deathly pity ran me through / at that sight – far the worst I ever suffered.” “Then the squall / struck whining from the west, with gale force, breaking / both forestays, and the mast.” “Well, when I reached the sea cave and the ship, / I faced each man, and had it out.”

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Selection 1:character vs. self
Selection 2:character vs. nature
Selection 3:character vs. character
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Which theme statement is supported by the passage?

A
Odysseus decides to keep secrets from his men.
B
Strong leaders communicate information to their followers.
C
Fear is a powerful motivator.
D
Leaders must make difficult choices.
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Select the best choice from each drop-down menu. What is the conflict in this passage? What theme is best shown by the conflict?

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Read the passage. Then, identify the theme that is supported by the passage.

A
Most ships cannot survive a terrible thunderstorm.
B
The ocean is an angry beast that will tame any who try to control it.
C
The gods have the power to control human destiny.
D
Men are willing to die to eat the delicious cattle of the gods.

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