Cumulative Exam Answers

Read a rough draft summary of Chapter 4 of Wheels of Change.1 Bicycle racing became popular almost as soon as the first bicycle was introduced in 1878. 2 Although most racers were males, many females soon entered this growing sport. 3 It was not long before races began to occur throughout the United States, attracting large crowds of fans who applauded the competitive efforts of these female athletes. 4 However, despite their determination and successes, not everyone in the community was supportive of women racers. 5 There are always jealous people who selfishly do not like to see others succeed, and bicycle racing was no different. 6 Some believed that women’s place in cycling was "not on the public race path,” and many tried to make it difficult for women to compete. 7 Ultimately, these attempts were too late and largely unsuccessful, and women racers continued to make their mark in the cycling world.

Examine the following PSA.If the creator of this PSA wanted to encourage kids to read more by showing what can happen if kids do not become proficient readers, which would be the best fact to add?

Read the excerpt from Chapter 2 of Wheels of Change.Dr. Benjamin Ward Richardson of Great Britain, a big fan of the wheel, nevertheless summarized its pitfalls in his 1895 article "What To Avoid in Cycling." Among those pitfalls were several dangers that resulted from "teaching the practice to subjects who are too young." Richardson believed serious riding should not be done by males or females until the skeleton was completely matured, which he said happened around age 21.

Read the excerpt from Chapter 5 of Wheels of Change.By the turn of the century, the bicycle's heyday was over and a new mechanical wonder promised to transport men and women faster and farther than ever before. Bicycle manufacturers retooled their factories to build them and bicycle repair shops installed gasoline tanks to service them. The era of the automobile had begun.

Read the excerpt from a student’s essay.As the narrative opens, Rainsford and Whitney are discussing Ship-Trap Island, approaching in the dark distance. Rainsford strains to see the mysterious place, but cannot, while Whitney relates how the sailors feel about the island. Rainsford dismisses the sailors’ worries as silly superstitions, while Whitney admits that he will be glad when they have passed the place, as he too feels a bit nervous.

How do authors present and develop characters? Choose four answers.the way characters are describedthe situations in which the characters interactthe number of characters in each chapterdialogue between charactersconflicts within and between characters

Read the excerpt from Chapter 2 of Wheels of Change.In the end, Charlotte Smith's attempts to force women off their bicycles failed. The medical experts and religious leaders charged with ensuring women's physical and moral welfare rejected her predictions of doom and damnation as being greatly exaggerated. What's more, women themselves were loath to give up the vehicle that they planned to ride boldly into the new century.

Which words have a positive connotation? Check all that apply.

What is included in the synthesis of a text? Check all that apply.a discussion based on one source of informationinformation gathered from various sourcesa basic overview of the text’s central ideasconclusions drawn from combining informationnew insights into the topic being addressed

Which sentence uses the passive voice for the main verb?

Read the excerpt from "The Most Dangerous Game.""Dear me," said the general, quite unruffled, "again that unpleasant word. But I think I can show you that your scruples are quite ill founded.""Yes?""Life is for the strong, to be lived by the strong, and, if needs be, taken by the strong. The weak of the world were put here to give the strong pleasure. I am strong. Why should I not use my gift? If I wish to hunt, why should I not? I hunt the scum of the earth—sailors from tramp ships—lascars, blacks, Chinese, whites, mongrels—a thoroughbred horse or hound is worth more than a score of them."

Based on the foreword of Wheels of Change , what were the short-term effects of Mary Lewanika receiving a bicycle? Check all that apply.She could more easily help with morning chores.She was refreshed and awake in class.She was empowered to decide her own future.She had a quick commute to school each day.She felt a sense of freedom from social oppression.She developed a set of newfound life goals.

Read the excerpt from “The Scarlet Ibis.”At that moment the bird began to flutter, but the wings were uncoordinated, and amid much flapping and a spray of flying feathers, it tumbled down, bumping through the limbs of the bleeding tree and landing at our feet with a thud. Its long, graceful neck jerked twice into an S, then straightened out, and the bird was still. A white veil came over the eyes and the long white beak unhinged. Its legs were crossed and its claw-like feet were delicately curved at rest. Even death did not mar its grace, for it lay on the earth like a broken vase of red flowers, and we stood around it, awed by its exotic beauty.

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Read the excerpt from "Lather and Nothing Else" He went on talking. He evidently took it for granted that I was on the side of the existing regime."The people must have gotten a scare with what happened the other day,” he said."Yes,” I replied, as I finished tying the knot against his nape, which smelt of sweat."Good show, wasn’t it?”"Very good,” I answered, turning my attention now to the brush. The man closed his eyes wearily and awaited the cool caress of the lather.

Which image would be best to use in a PSA promoting routine flossing as a part of good dental hygiene?

What will be included in the text that follows this introduction? Check all that apply.

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Read the excerpt from "The Most Dangerous Game.""You'll have a cocktail, Mr. Rainsford," he suggested. The cocktail was surpassingly good; and, Rainsford noted, the table appointments were of the finest—the linen, the crystal, the silver, the china.They were eating borsch, the rich, red soup with whipped cream so dear to Russian palates. Half apologetically General Zaroff said, "We do our best to preserve the amenities of civilization here. Please forgive any lapses. We are well off the beaten track, you know. Do you think the champagne has suffered from its long ocean trip?"

Ward supports women riding bicycles.Ward does not believe women should ride bicycles.Ward does not have an opinion on women riding bicycles.Ward favors women riding bicycles, with limitations.

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Read the poem entitled “Wheels and Wheels” as it appears in Chapter 5 of Wheels of Change. “Wheels and Wheels”The maiden with her wheel of oldSat by the fire to spin,While lightly through her careful holdThe flax slid out and in.Today, her distaff, rock and reelFar out of sight are hurled,For now the maiden with her wheelGoes spinning round the world.

Which phrases include sensory language? Select three answers.the breeze last nightthe softly drifting snowthe bumpy, twisted treethe newly bought carthe rabbit next doorthe scarred, stained rug

Which homophone best completes the sentence?They showed us ________ finished projects at the end of class.

Read the excerpt from Chapter 3 of Wheels of Change .Taken together, these floor-length petticoats and the dress that covered them could weigh 25 pounds—even more when the unfortunate woman got caught in a rainstorm. Plus they were unsanitary. During a casual stroll, an unsuspecting fashion plate could pick up cigar ends, cigarette butts, discarded food, tiny insects, and animal droppings as her clothing swept the ground.