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Read the point and the chart below.Point: Gilgamesh believes in the power of supernatural forces.Which statement best completes the blank in this chart?

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So frightened that he is trembling and crying, Gilgamesh prays fervently for anyone to hear and protect him.
B
Frightened by what he faces, Gilgamesh pleads to the god Shamash to protect him on this dangerous journey.
C
Believing that Shamash is the most powerful god, Gilgamesh cries and begs him for help on the journey.
D
Gilgamesh is scared about his dangerous journey, and he has no idea where to turn for help aside from the gods.
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What made it increasingly difficult for President Roosevelt to stay neutral during World War II?

A
Germany’s growing power and Britain’s desperate need
B
Britain’s growing power and China’s desperate need
C
Germany’s growing power and Japan’s desperate need
D
Britain’s growing power and Germany’s desperate need
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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. The above painting is of King Henry VIII. Which artist painted this portrait? List three interesting facts you notice about the painting.

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This portrait of King Henry VIII was painted by Hans Holbein the Younger. Answers may vary, but should include at least 3 examples: King Henry VIII is taking up most of the canvas in order to display his power and importance; His expensive and heavy clothes indicate his wealth; the artists exaggerated his proportions in order to show his commanding presence and superiority; his facial expression is serious.

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Which form of government serves the interests of royal family members?

A
a democracy
B
a monarchy
C
a theocracy
D
an oligarchy
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Explain what is meant by balance stretching.

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Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.Gilgamesh felt his courage return.They charged at Humbaba like two wild bulls.The monster let out a deafening cry,his roar boomed forth like a blast of thunder,he stamped and the ground burst open, his stepssplit the mountains of Lebanon,the clouds turned black, a sulfurous fogdescended on them and made their eyes ache.Then Shamash threw strong winds at Humbaba,the south wind, the north wind, the east and the west,storm wind, gale wind, hurricane, tornado,to pin him down and paralyze his steps.He could not move forward, could not retreat.Gilgamesh saw it, he leaped upon him,he held a knife to Humbaba’s throat.

A
He prides himself on his triumphs in battle.
B
He believes in the power of teamwork.
C
He relies on supernatural forces to save him.
D
He demonstrates bravery and takes risks.
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Passage of the Lend-Lease Act in 1941 signaled

A
the entry of the United States into World War II.
B
the end of American neutrality in World War II.
C
the start of American neutrality in World War II.
D
the decision of the United States to back the Axis powers.
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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences.

Answer:

Answers will vary, but must include a definition and a sentence. Propaganda: Something created to deliberately convince or influence people’s thoughts, opinions, and/or actions. Sentence Example: The American government commissioned works of art as a form of propaganda during WWII. Motif: A recurring element in a work of art. A single or repeated design or color. Sentence Example: The motif in the blanket design seemed to be that of geometric shapes.

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The document that provides the structure for the US government is

A
the Declaration of Independence.
B
the Articles of Confederation.
C
the US Constitution.
D
the Bill of Rights.
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Why should you allow a minimum of 24 hours of rest between intense stretching activities?

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Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.At four hundred miles they stopped to eat, at a thousand miles they pitched their camp. They had traveled for just three days and nights, a six weeks’ journey for ordinary men.

A
The men are able to walk four hundred miles before stopping to eat and one thousand miles before stopping to rest.
B
Ordinary men would need less time if they were to embark on a journey of similar length and difficulty.
C
The men are able to travel in three days and nights a distance that would take ordinary men six weeks.
D
Ordinary men would never be able to walk one thousand miles before stopping to eat or to pitch a camp.
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Look at the map.Europe in 1940This map illustrates

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the countries occupied by Germany.
B
the countries occupied by France.
C
that Norway was not under German occupation.
D
that Belgium was not under German occupation.
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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. List the following information in complete sentences: - artist - title of the artwork - the person/institute who commissioned it and why

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Which practice is not an effective way for people to influence government policies?

A
voting for or against the president of the United States
B
discussing a policy with peers who share the same view
C
voting for or against public safety and welfare services
D
campaigning for a representative who is a policy expert
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Which of the following is a ballistic stretching exercise?

A
calf stretch
B
arm circles
C
yoga plow
D
hurdle stretch
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Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.Gilgamesh said, "Courage, dear brother,this is no time to give in to fear.We have come so far, across so many mountains,and our journey is about to reach its goal.You were raised in the wild, with your own handsyou have killed marauding lions and wolves,you are brave, your heart has been tested in combat.Though your arms feel weak now and your legs tremble,you are a warrior, you know what to do.Shout out your battle-cry, let your voice poundlike a kettle drum. Let your heart inspire youto be joyous in battle, to forget about death.If we help each other and fight side by side,we will make a lasting name for ourselves, we will stamp our fame on men’s minds forever.”

A
Gilgamesh said, “Courage, dear brother, / this is no time to give in to fear. / We have come so far, across so many mountains”
B
You were raised in the wild, with your own hands / you have killed marauding lions and wolves, / you are brave, your heart has been tested in combat.
C
Though your arms feel weak now and your legs tremble, / you are a warrior, you know what to do.
D
If we help each other and fight side by side, / we will make a lasting name for ourselves, / we will stamp our fame on men’s minds forever.
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How did the United States demonstrate its isolationist policy before World War II?

A
by avoiding alliances and other international relationships
B
by encouraging alliances and international relationships
C
by avoiding friendships with other foreign countries
D
by encouraging independence among states in the US
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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Name the above painting and its artist. What was the purpose of equestrian portraits in history?

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This portrait is by Diego Velazquez called Philip IV on Horseback. Equestrian portraits became common because it was believed that leaders looked especially powerful atop a large, powerful beast (horse). In addition, equestrian portraits were another way to show a leader’s control, prominence, provide focus toward the leader being painted, and helped minimize any unattractive features that might be seen in frontals and profiles.

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In the US government, citizens play a key role in

A
foreign policy.
B
business.
C
economic policy.
D
elections.
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A full stretching session should take between __________.

A
five and ten minutes
B
half an hour to an hour
C
one and two hours
D
ten and twenty minutes

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