Research Workshop: Writing and Presenting the Argumentative Essay, Part 1 — Cumulative exam
Question 33 • AZ-English Language Arts 11 B-CR
Read the passage from “The Latin Deli: An Ars Poetica.”all wanting the comfortof spoken Spanish, to gaze upon the family portraitof her plain wide face, her ample bosomresting on her plump arms, her look of maternal interestas they speak to her and each otherof their dreams and their disillusions—In this passage, the words “ample” and “plump” are
Answer
A
sensory images that describe a wealthy person.
B
sensory images that describe a motherly figure.
C
words that express an attitude of respect.
D
words that express an attitude of disgust.
Explanation
“Ample” and “plump” describe the woman’s full bosom and arms, creating a physical image of warmth and softness. Along with the passage’s references to “maternal interest” and comfort, these words help portray her as a motherly figure. They do not indicate wealth or express disgust.
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