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recreates a historical eventrealistically represents lifedoes not depict the real worlddoes not include mythical creatures

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recreates a historical event
B
realistically represents life
C
does not depict the real world
D
does not include mythical creatures
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Which pair of words best describes the setting of Bilbo Baggins’ party?

A
close and dark
B
dank and cheerless
C
private and exclusive
D
grand and inclusive
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Read the persuasive conclusion.Gardening can enhance lives and provide nourishment. Time spent outside in a garden boosts the body’s immune system, and a garden’s harvest can be a healthy, cost-saving supplement to any diet.

A
The sun is a natural source of vitamin D, an essential nutrient for good health.
B
When tending your garden, use natural pesticides instead of chemicals.
C
Consider starting your own garden with some of your favorite vegetable seeds.
D
Despite the challenges of insects and blight, gardening is a simple hobby.
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Which line best highlights Frodo’s loyal nature?

A
Frodo was the only one present who had said nothing.
B
He had enjoyed the joke, of course, even though he had been in the know.
C
[H]e realized suddenly that he loved the old hobbit dearly.
D
Frodo did not want to have any more to do with the party.
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What is the purpose of a persuasive letter?

A
to demonstrate the steps in a process
B
to inform readers about meaningful research
C
to convince readers to take action or support a cause
D
to explain a societal problem that needs to be addressed
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Which excerpt from The Fellowship of the Ring shows an element of fantasy?

A
There was a splendid supper for everyone; for everyone, that is, except those invited to the special family dinner-party. This was held in the great pavilion with the tree.
B
Bilbo left his place and went and stood on a chair under the illuminated tree. The light of the lanterns fell on his beaming face; the golden buttons shone on his embroidered silk waistcoat.
C
They all feared that a song or some poetry was now imminent; and they were getting bored. Why couldn’t he stop talking and let them drink his health?
D
He stepped down and vanished. There was a blinding flash of light, and the guests all blinked. When they opened their eyes Bilbo was nowhere to be seen.
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Read the excerpt from Midsummer by Derek Walcott.that began with Caedmon’s raceless dew, and is endingin the alleys of Brixton, burning like Turner’s ships.

A
The speaker thinks Turner was a bad artist.
B
The speaker knows a lot about historical ships.
C
The speaker has knowledge of famous British artists.
D
The speaker dislikes most paintings by Turner.
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Read the excerpt from Midsummer by Derek Walcott.I was there to add some color to the British theater."But the blacks can’t do Shakespeare, they have no experience.”

A
The speaker feels that most people are familiar with Shakespeare.
B
The speaker feels that British theater is not inclusive of all races.
C
The speaker feels that most actors need more experience.
D
The speaker feels that Shakespeare is overrated in England.
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Read the excerpt from Midsummer by Derek Walcott.The leaf stems tug at their chains, the branches bendinglike Boer cattle under Tory whips that drag every wagonnearer to apartheid.

A
It helps the reader understand why the war was fought and how the war ultimately ended.
B
It evokes an image that helps the reader understand the current racial and political situation in Brixton.
C
It helps the reader understand that the author supported the Second Boer War and the Brixton rioting.
D
It suggests that the past war is the sole reason for the current political climate in Brixton.
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Read the excerpt from "Civil Peace” by Chinua Achebe."Awright! We know say you no get plenty money. But we sef no get even anini. So derefore make you open dis window and give us one hundred pound and we go commot."

A
“We know you are saying you will have money later, but we don’t have much to do, so we need your money now.”
B
“We know you say you have a lot of money, so give us just a little and we will leave you alone.”
C
“We know you say you don’t have money, but we don’t have any, so give us yours and we’ll leave.”
D
“We know you are saying you don’t have much money, but you should share what you have.”
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Which sentence is appropriate for a formal e-mail?

A
The vending machines are full of junk, and kids are forced to settle for what’s there.
B
Healthy alternatives should be added to the vending machines to promote good health.
C
When students get the munchies at the end of the day, they need healthy choices.
D
Let’s get rid of the current snack machine and replace it w/ something worthwhile!

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