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What do both “The Author to Her Book” and “A Hymn to the Evening” communicate to the reader?

A
key historical points of the time
B
information about complaints of the time
C
details of a significant relationship
D
information about the speaker’s life ✓ Correct
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Jefferson aimed to unite the colonies in writing the Declaration of Independence. How does the structure of the document support his purpose?

A
He concludes by stating that representatives from all thirteen colonies support the document.
B
He concludes by clearly defining responsibilities in the rebellion.
C
He concludes by listing all of the colonies’ grievances against the king.
D
He concludes by explaining that rebellion will not work unless all of the colonies join the cause.
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Look at this poster from the Click It or Ticket Mobilization Media Campaign.

Question illustration
A
to urge people to spend money in a certain way
B
to urge people to support a specific person
C
to urge people to believe in something specific
D
to urge people to do something for the good of others
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Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number I by Thomas Paine.“I once felt all that kind of anger, which a man ought to feel, against the mean principles that are held by the Tories: a noted one, who kept a tavern at Amboy, was standing at his door, with as pretty a child in his hand, about eight or nine years old, as I ever saw, and after speaking his mind as freely as he thought was prudent, finished with this unfatherly expression, ‘Well! give me peace in my day.’ Not a man lives on the continent but fully believes that a separation must some time or other finally take place, and a generous parent should have said, ‘If there must be trouble, let it be in my day, that my child may have peace;’ and this single reflection, well applied, is sufficient to awaken every man to duty.”Which is a central idea of this excerpt?

A
Paine feels that everyone should be able to speak freely, which is why he supports independence.
B
Paine believes that colonists should fight for independence so their children can live in peace.
C
Paine believes that some people are selfish and place their needs above others.
D
Paine felt anger for the first time when he saw an interaction between a Tory and a child.
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Read the information below.ØErin enjoys dancingØErin’s favorite dance is the Lindy HopWhich is the best way to combine this information into a grammatically correct sentence?

A
Erin enjoys dancing, and her favorite dance is the Lindy Hop.
B
Erin enjoys dancing, her favorite dance is the Lindy Hop.
C
Erin, who enjoys dancing, her favorite dance is the Lindy Hop.
D
Erin, enjoys dancing and her favorite dance is the Lindy Hop.
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How do both “The Author to Her Book” and “A Hymn to the Evening” reflect cultural values of their time?

A
Each poem emphasizes beliefs largely shaped by Puritan values to express themes.
B
Each poem details aspects of women's complaints about Puritan society.
C
Each poem features a speaker who emphasizes the relevance of duty, love, and respect.
D
Each poem conveys women's attitudes toward life and love in colonial America.
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Read the paragraph.[1] Thomas Jefferson was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence. [2] Jefferson began writing in early June of 1776, and he took three weeks to finish the first draft. [3] The delegates of the Second Continental Congress reviewed the document during the last week of June.Which is the best way to revise sentence 2 to improve sentence variety in the paragraph?

A
In early June 1776, Jefferson began writing, and he took three weeks to finish the first draft.
B
Jefferson, who began writing in early June 1776, took three weeks to finish the first draft.
C
The first draft, which Jefferson began writing in early June 1776, took him three weeks.
D
Jefferson took three weeks to finish the first draft, which he began writing in early June 1776.
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Read this excerpt from "The World on Turtle's Back."In the Sky-World was a man who aimed to please his pregnant wife. His wife told him that she wanted some bark from the roots of the Great Tree. Though the husband knew it was wrong, he dug up the roots of the tree for his wife. In doing so, he broke a hole in the floor of the Sky-World, and was shocked to find empty space underneath. He was terrified and told his wife what he did.Which words in this excerpt support the idea that the husband was very devoted to his wife?

A
a man who aimed to please his pregnant wife
B
the husband knew it was wrong
C
he broke a hole in the floor of the Sky-World
D
He . . . told his wife what he did
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In the introduction of the Declaration of Independence, Jefferson explains the way a government should function. In the body of the document,

A
he illustrates how the king of England is not living up to these expectations.
B
he describes how each specific branch of Britain’s monarchy should operate.
C
he illustrates the steps the colonies will take to overthrow the king.
D
he describes the steps the king must take to maintain the colonies.
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Read the quotation from The Crisis, Number IV.“It is not a field of a few acres of ground, but a cause, that we are defending, and whether we defeat the enemy in one battle, or by degrees, the consequences will be the same.”Which phrase best describes the “cause” that Paine refers to?

A
the strength to start a rebellion
B
fair treatment from the king
C
gaining control over more land
D
freedom from an oppressive government
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Which is the best summary of the final paragraph of The Crisis, Number IV?

A
Paine asks General Howe to leave the colonies and return to Britain.
B
Paine informs General Howe that the colonists will continue to fight for independence.
C
Paine informs the colonists that they must sacrifice in order to attain freedom.
D
Paine asks the colonists to fight against General Howe and the British army.
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Read the statement.Achieving independence requires sacrifice and determination.This statement is the The Crisis, Number IV’s

A
minor premise.
B
conclusion.
C
major premise.
D
body.
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Read this excerpt from "The Origin of the Robin."His father visited him regularly every morning, to encourage him to perseverance, describing at length the honor and renown that would attend him through life if he accomplished the full term prescribed.According to this excerpt, which best describes the father’s hope for his son?

A
that he will be physically strong
B
that he will be smarter than all others
C
that he will be revered and respected
D
that he will be clever and cunning
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Based on "The Origin of the Robin," which statement best illustrates the Ojibwa view on an individual's growth and change?

A
Growth and change occur as a result of conflict.
B
Growth and change occur spontaneously.
C
Growth and change are decided by the gods.
D
Growth and change are usually predictable.
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Why is "The Origin of the Robin" considered a creation myth?

A
It describes an ancient ritual that had unexpected results.
B
It illustrates Iroquois views on honor and loyalty.
C
It is about a boy who changes into a robin.
D
It explains how the first robin came into existence.
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What does "The Origin of the Robin" suggest about Ojibwa views of the parent-child relationship?

A
It suggests that children were encouraged to disagree with parents if necessary.
B
It suggests that parents’ words were held in very high regard.
C
It suggests that parents were encouraged to allow their children liberty.
D
It suggests that parents preferred that their children be independent.
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Which statement best describes the rhyme scheme of "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason"?

A
There are two stanzas with the rhyme scheme ABAB throughout.
B
There are two stanzas with the rhyme scheme ABCB throughout.
C
There is a series of consecutive rhyming couplets.
D
There is an absence of a clear rhyme scheme.
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Read the stanza from “Deliverance From Another Sore Fit.”“Thou knowest the sorrows that I felt; My plaints and groans were heard of Thee, And how in sweat I seemed to melt Thou help'st and Thou regardest me.” What does the word regardest suggest about the speaker’s attitude toward God?

A
The speaker believes God will end all suffering.
B
The speaker considers God to be largely unknowable.
C
The speaker thinks of God as a closest friend.
D
The speaker feels watched attentively by God.
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How are the speakers’ senses of self-esteem similar in "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" and "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit"?

A
In both poems, the speakers consider themselves insignificant.
B
In both poems, the speakers express a great deal of pride.
C
In both poems, the speakers express humility before a larger and greater force.
D
In both poems, the speakers express great doubt as to their abilities.
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Which statement best describes the ways that the speakers in "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" and "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit" achieve contentment?

A
In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through rational thought, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through religious faith.
B
In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through steady contemplation, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through prayer and solitude.
C
In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through spiritual cleanliness, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through development of faith.
D
In “A Thought . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment by acquiring knowledge, while in “Deliverance . . .,” the speaker achieves contentment through religious activities.

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