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Read the sentence from Steve’s essay.At the end of the day, the final decision was made by the court, not by the land developer.

In the end, the final decision was made by the court, not the land developer.

Finally, the final decision was made by the court, not the land developer.

The court made the final decision, not the land developer.

The court, not the land developer, made the decision at last.

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Read the paragraph from Liz’s essay.Light pollution is causing navigation problems for migrating flocks. Last month, birds landed in the pond behind city hall, surprising town residents. Local animal specialists believe that lights from the annual state fair, which were pointed up toward the sky, confused the flock and caused them to land.

“birds”

“pond”

“residents”

“fair”

Which group of students demonstrates effective collaboration skills?

Josephine has the best grade in history, so she comes to the group with a plan to divide the writing and presents an outline of their final essay on the Homestead Act. The students spend their time writing their own paragraphs.

The group members begin by talking about who they think was the most influential poet of the 21st century, and they narrow it two options. They spend most of their time debating which poet to use in their essay and finally decide to vote.

Two members arrive at their group meeting without having read the short story they are supposed to write about. The other members help them catch up by summarizing the story's plot and giving their opinions about the characters.

The group begins with each member expressing their ideas about why books are better than their movie adaptations. Then, they evenly divide the writing tasks. While reviewing each other’s work, they provide helpful suggestions and thank one another for their work.

Which statement best shows someone who is trying to reach a compromise?

“Sal, I like your suggestion to add a quote from an expert; it will work well on Abe’s slide.”

“Katia, your first paragraph could be improved by adding a specific example.”

“Marcia, if we agree to use your suggestion, how can we still include our own slides?”

“Gabe, I think that is a great idea. Who else agrees that we should add music to our presentation?”

Which of Laura’s misquoted idioms from "Daughter of Invention" is intended to mean that it makes no difference to her?

"green behind the ears,"

"When in Rome, do unto the Romans."

"It's half of one or two dozen of another."

“...one of these days my ship would pass me by in the night!"

Based on the plot structure of “Initiation,” which sentence would most likely be part of the implied resolution?

Cheers and laughter greeted Millicent as she finished her speech.

Hugs comforted Millicent following her blushing but sincere speech.

There was a stunned moment of silence following Millicent’s proclamation.

There was an enthusiastic round of applause after Millicent finished talking.

In “The Scarlet Ibis,” Doodle is best symbolized by the bird, the scarlet ibis, because

both are rare and unusual creatures who are tragically separated from their families.

both are fragile creatures who struggle in their environments before dying tragic deaths.

Doodle loved rare and unusual birds that he felt were similar to him in a variety of ways.

Doodle saved the fragile bird, much as his brother attempted to save him when he was young.

Read the paragraph from Noah’s essay.Over the course of his entire life, William Shakespeare wrote more than 37 plays, including 17 comedies. He also wrote 154 sonnets. Today, his works are still entertaining readers.

“over the course of his entire life”

“including 17 comedies”

“wrote 154 sonnets”

“still entertaining readers”

Read the description of a team presentation.Luis, Susan, and Trevor are preparing to give a presentation on the US president they feel made the most positive impact on the nation. The group members evenly divide the research and writing into equal parts. Then, they review each other’s work, suggest helpful ways to improve their ideas, and thank one another for their hard work. While assembling their presentation, Luis and Trevor disagree on the images to use, so they include all of them.

reaching a compromise

dividing work equally

providing feedback

acknowledging contributions

Read the excerpt from "Daughter of Invention".Yoyo didn't need much encouragement. She put her nose to the fire, as her mother would have said, and read from start to finish without looking up. When she concluded, she was a little embarrassed at the pride she took in her own words. She pretended to quibble with a phrase or two, then looked questioningly to her mother. Laura's face was radiant. Yoyo turned to share her pride with her father.

She was cold as she wrote her speech, so she sat by the fire.

She worked hard to finish her speech for the assembly.

She was proud of the speech once she finished it.

She finished the speech in a very short amount of time.

Read the conclusion to "Yearbook.”"Listen, let’s find Mr. Macklenburger and we’ll figure out an interesting role for you. Maybe you can help me interview the drama club tomorrow—just take pictures and I’ll do all the talking. But only if you want, absolutely no pressure,” said Martina."Sure, that sounds like it might be a fun way to contribute,” Fatima replied, grateful for Martina’s generosity. The dread of the afternoon was finally beginning to dissipate into something surprising and new.

Fatima will enjoy working with other people on the yearbook.

Fatima will decide to take over the interview of the drama club.

Fatima will join the other clubs her guidance counselor suggested.

Fatima will become one of the most talented yearbook photographers.

Read the excerpt from "Yearbook.”She wouldn’t characterize herself as shy; it’s just that she thought of herself as an individual, as opposed to being dependent on others. It was safer and easier that way, especially since her best friend Clara had unexpectedly moved to California last summer. Just Fatima doing Fatima’s thing—a club of one.

character vs. nature

character vs. self

character vs. character

character vs. society

Read the excerpt from "Yearbook.”Well, that’s definitely a relief. I’m not exactly sure how this all works yet,” Fatima said, a small smile forming on her face."Listen, let’s find Mr. Macklenburger and we’ll figure out an interesting role for you. Maybe you can help me interview the drama club tomorrow—just take pictures and I’ll do all the talking. But only if you want, absolutely no pressure,” said Martina.

She wishes she were in charge of the yearbook staff instead of the advisor.

She tries to manipulate new yearbook club members into doing her work.

She is welcoming and friendly toward new yearbook club members.

She values having fun over completing certain yearbook club tasks.

Read the excerpt from "Yearbook.”"Excuse me?” Fatima, rattled by Isaac’s immediate bossiness, wasn’t sure how to appropriately respond.Isaac oppressively barreled on despite Fatima’s interjection. "And then you need to scan everything and label each image with an assigned number before entering it into the archives.”

character vs. self

character vs. character

character vs. nature

character vs. society

Which excerpt from "Yearbook” is an example of direct characterization?

Fatima felt immediately overwhelmed and sighed, defeated, as Mrs. Lopez kept talking

Fatima squirmed back and forth in the uncomfortable yellow-brown office chair with her arms crossed tightly in front of her.

“Well, that’s definitely a relief. I’m not exactly sure how this all works yet,” Fatima said, a small smile forming on her face.

Martina quickly glanced from Fatima to Isaac and then back to Fatima with a knowing twinkle in her eye.

Read the excerpt from "Bluesman on the Move.”In spring I ambled down a road of cherry trees, each more lonely than the last. I trudged through endless fields of high grass,seeking refuge from the unrelenting summer sun.

smell.

taste.

touch.

sight.

Read the excerpt from "Bluesman on the Move.”I might look old, but like I said,I’m new here.And if I’m ever gonna get where I’m going, I have to keep moving.

indifferent

exuberant

embarrassed

resolute

Read the excerpt from "Bluesman on the Move.”That long road behind me hascurved through trouble and joy—

personal growth and life journey.

fear of interacting with strangers.

love of singing and music.

feelings of pain and alienation.

Read the excerpt from "Bluesman on the Move.”All I want— to find a place where I fit in.

a place where he feels comfortable and accepted

a place where he is able to hide his true identity

a place where he can store all of his belongings

a place where he stands out because he is unique

Read the excerpt from "Bluesman on the Move.”It’s hard to believe, I know, an old man and his tales. Stray notes from my guitar stillbounce around the mountains like ghosts.

fear.

loneliness.

hostility.

confusion.

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