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Which of Ahab’s character traits does Melville develop most thoroughly in Chapter 41 of Moby-Dick ?

A
Ahab’s acceptance of his plight
B
Ahab’s reluctance to be at sea
C
Ahab’s obsessive need for revenge
D
Ahab’s respect for nature
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Read the excerpt from Chapter 41 of Moby-Dick . The White Whale swam before him as the monomaniac incarnation of all those malicious agencies which some deep men feel eating in them, till they are left living on with half a heart and half a lung. What theme of the novel does this excerpt best address?

A
the self-destructive nature of obsession
B
the personal empowerment that comes from obsession
C
nature’s indifference to humankind
D
humankind’s indifference to nature
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Read the excerpt from Chapter 41 of Moby-Dick , by Herman Melville. All that most maddens and torments; all that stirs up the lees of things; all truth with malice in it; all that cracks the sinews and cakes the brain; all the subtle demonisms of life and thought; all evil, to crazy Ahab, were visibly personified, and made practically assailable in Moby Dick. Which of the following statements best describes the effect of narration on the story?

A
The narration reflects the violent aftermath of Moby Dick’s attack.
B
The narration suggests Ahab’s spiritual belief about his injury.
C
The narration suggests Ahab’s singular hatred of Moby Dick.
D
The narration reflects the characteristics of physical illness.
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Read this excerpt from chapter 41 of Moby-Dick . And, when running into more sufferable latitudes, the ship, with mild stun'sails spread, floated across the tranquil tropics, and, to all appearances, the old man's delirium seemed left behind him with the Cape Horn swells, and he came forth from his dark den into the blessed light and air; even then, when he bore that firm, collected front, however pale, and issued his calm orders once again; and his mates thanked God the direful madness was now gone; even then, Ahab, in his hidden self, raved on. Which words from the excerpt best convey the mood?

A
left behind
B
tranquil tropics
C
raved on
D
calm orders
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Read this excerpt from chapter 41 of Moby-Dick using comprehension strategies. If such a furious trope may stand, his special lunacy stormed his general sanity, and carried it, and turned all its concentred cannon upon its own mad mark; so that far from having lost his strength, Ahab, to that one end, did now possess a thousand fold more potency than ever he had sanely brought to bear upon any one reasonable object. What is the meaning of this excerpt?

A
Though Ahab has lost his ability to seek revenge, he still harbors anger and resentment.
B
Ahab has always been physically strong, but his desire for revenge has weakened him.
C
Though Ahab is physically weakened, his will for revenge has strengthened him.
D
Ahab’s anger has increased his physical strength, and he is ready to fire his cannon.
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In Chapter 41 of Moby-Dick , which belief about society and nature does Ahab’s relationship with the White Whale best demonstrate?

A
a belief that humans are in harmony with nature
B
a belief that humans are inferior to nature
C
a belief that humans are superior to nature
D
a belief that humans are not connected to nature
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Which best explains why Melville begins Chapter 41 of Moby-Dick with a detailed description of the White Whale?

A
Melville begins the chapter with a description of the White Whale so that readers can understand the whale species.
B
Melville begins the chapter with a description of the White Whale because he wants readers to sympathize with it.
C
Melville begins the chapters with a description of the White Whale so that readers can understand Ahab’s motivation to pursue it.
D
Melville begins the chapter with a description of the White Whale because he wants readers to recognize its lack of intelligence.
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Based on Chapter 4 of The Scarlet Letter , what biased view do Hester Prynne and most of her fellow settlers hold of themselves in relation to the Indigenous population in the area?

A
They see themselves as simpler.
B
The see themselves as less knowledgeable.
C
They see themselves as less powerful.
D
They see themselves as more civilized.
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Which excerpt from "The Masque of the Red Death" best shows Prince Prospero’s self-centeredness?

A
It was in the eastern or blue chamber in which stood the Prince Prospero as he uttered these words. They rang throughout the seven rooms loudly and clearly, for the prince was a bold and robust man, and the music had become hushed at the waving of his hand.
B
It was then, however, that the Prince Prospero, maddening with rage and the shame of his own momentary cowardice, rushed hurriedly through the six chambers, while none followed him on account of a deadly terror that had seized upon all.
C
When the eyes of the Prince Prospero fell upon this spectral image (which, with a slow and solemn movement, as if more fully to sustain its role, stalked to and from among the waltzers) he was seen to be convulsed, in the first moment with a strong shudder either of terror or distaste; but, in the next, his brow reddened with rage.
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But the Prince Prospero was happy and dauntless and sagacious. When his dominions were half depopulated, he summoned to his presence a thousand hale and light-hearted friends from among the knights and dames of his court, and with these retired to the deep seclusion of one of his castellated abbeys.
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Read the excerpt from "The Adventure of the Mysterious Picture." All this was half muttered to myself, as I hastily slipped on my clothes; which having done, I groped my way out of the room, and down-stairs to the drawing-room. Here, after tumbling over two or three pieces of furniture, I made out to reach a sofa, and stretching myself upon it determined to bivouac there for the night. What technique does Irving use to build suspense in the excerpt?

A
The setting details are intentionally omitted.
B
The outcome of events becomes uncertain.
C
The pace of the story quickens.
D
The word choice darkens the tone.
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Read the excerpt from Chapter 28 of Moby-Dick . Nor a word he spoke; nor did his officers say aught to him; though by all their minutest gestures and expressions, they plainly showed the uneasy, if not painful, consciousness of being under a troubled master-eye. Which best describes the theme Melville develops in this excerpt?

A
the inherent danger of a leader who exhibits signs of distress
B
the importance of obeying a leader under all circumstances
C
the effectiveness of a leader who sets himself apart from others
D
the problems associated with inexperienced leaders
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Which best explains the symbolism behind Melville’s comparison of Ahab to a solid bronze cast in Chapter 28 of Moby-Dick ?

A
Melville is symbolizing the impermanent nature of Ahab’s character.
B
Melville is symbolizing the intellectual nature of Ahab’s character.
C
Melville is symbolizing the impolite nature of Ahab’s character.
D
Melville is symbolizing the inflexible nature of Ahab’s character.
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Which event described in chapter 2 of The Scarlet Letter occurs when Hester arrives at the marketplace?

A
Hester hears a remark from the crowd about “Divine Maternity.”
B
Hester climbs the stairs and stands on the scaffolding.
C
Hester resists serving her sentence in front of the crowd.
D
Hester is restrained on the scaffolding with arms and face secured.
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Read this excerpt from chapter 2 of The Scarlet Letter using comprehension strategies. A blessing on the righteous Colony of the Massachusetts, where iniquity is dragged out into the sunshine! What is the meaning of the word “iniquity”?

A
belongings, possessions
B
wickedness, sin
C
solitude, loneliness
D
mistakes, errors
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Read the excerpt from "The Mysterious Stranger." He seemed to be tormented by some strange fancy or apprehension. In spite of every effort to fix his attention on the conversation of his companions, I noticed that every now and then he would turn his head slowly round, give a glance over his shoulder, and then withdraw it with a sudden jerk, as if something painful had met his eye. How does the excerpt exemplify Gothic fiction?

A
by describing a scene of blood and gore
B
by depicting the triumph of reason over the irrational
C
by reminding the reader of the presence of evil
D
by introducing a cast of odd characters
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Read the excerpt from Irving’s "The Adventure of the Mysterious Stranger." Often, after we had returned from one of these scenes of revelry, I have entered his room, and found him lying on his face on the sofa: his hands clinched in his fine hair, and his whole countenance bearing traces of the convulsions of his mind. Which of the following statements best describes the effect of narration on the story?

A
The narration reflects the friend’s physical discomfort.
B
The narration suggests mounting helplessness and agony.
C
The narration reflects the revelry of the carnival.
D
The narration suggests a physical altercation between the men.
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Which best explains why Irving sets "The Adventure of the Mysterious Stranger" in a land of “masks and gondolas”?

A
The setting is symbolic of the idea that appearances can be deceiving.
B
The setting is symbolic of the idea that ease and affluence are available to all.
C
The setting is symbolic of the idea that a life of quiet study is the ideal pursuit.
D
The setting is symbolic of the idea that innocence cannot be outgrown.
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Read this excerpt from "The Mysterious Stranger" using comprehension strategies. The romantic character of the place delighted me; I was very much amused by the air of adventure and intrigue that prevailed in this region of masks and gondolas; and I was exceedingly smitten by a pair of languishing black eyes, that played upon my heart from under an Italian mantle. So I persuaded myself that I was lingering at Venice to study men and manners. At least I persuaded my friends so, and that answered all my purpose. What statement best describes the narrator in this excerpt?

A
The narrator is not entirely truthful about his reasons for staying in Venice.
B
The narrator is unfamiliar with the Italian culture in Venice.
C
The narrator has established lasting friendships during his stay in Venice.
D
The narrator is satisfied with his studies in Venice.
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Read the excerpt from "The Adventure of the Mysterious Stranger," by Washington Irving. When he found I really took an interest in him he threw himself entirely upon my friendship. He clung to me like a drowning man. He would walk with me for hours up and down the place of St. Mark—or he would sit until night was far advanced in my apartment. What does this excerpt reveal about the narrator of the story?

A
It describes what the narrator experiences in the story.
B
It describes what the narrator knows from his past.
C
It provides an inference drawn by the narrator.
D
It provides a criticism voiced by the narrator.
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What is most likely required of a young man to be perceived as highly educated during the time period in which "The Adventure of the Mysterious Stranger" takes place?

A
He needs to travel in order to be exposed to art, music, and culture.
B
He needs to study the behavior of others to appreciate the human condition.
C
He needs to establish important social connections with people of influence.
D
He needs to attend Carnival in the city of Venice in Italy.

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