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Which sentences most likely belong in the resolution of a narrative? Select two options.

A
Before I could even explain, he stormed out of the room, slamming the door behind him.
B
I have lived on a farm since I was two years old, when my parents decided they would raise sheep.
C
"I can replace the window," he said, putting his arm around my shoulders, "but I can't replace you."
D
The closer we got to the theater, the more my stomach churned at the thought of seeing Frank.
E
The audience stood up, cheering wildly, and I've never felt so relieved in my life.
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What is the purpose of dialogue in a narrative essay?

A
to provide a logical structure for the essay
B
to develop characters by displaying their interactions
C
to connect one paragraph to the next in a logical way
D
to tell the reader who the narrator is
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In a narrative essay, how can a writer give background information that clarifies how the conflict arises?

A
by describing the falling action
B
by using more transitions
C
by using a flashback
D
by reflecting on the solution
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Which details from the excerpt best support the conclusion that children are the author's intended audience? Select two options.

A
the repetition of words and patterns
B
the terms "kun" and "payah kun"
C
the provided translation support
D
the use of animals to tell a magical story
E
the description of geological features
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Read the excerpt from "The Royal House of Thebes."There were seven champions to attack the seven gates of Thebes, and seven others within as bold to defend them. Eteocles defended the gate which Polyneices attacked, and Antigone and Ismene within the palace waited to hear which had killed the other. But before any decisive combat had taken place, a youth in Thebes not yet grown to manhood had died for his country and in his death had shown himself the noblest of all. This was Creon's younger son, Menoeceus.

A
Antigone and Ismene act cowardly by hiding inside the castle, but it proves their loyalty.
B
The warrior Polyneices attacks Eteocles, which proves he is loyal to his country.
C
Eteocles defends Thebes against his own brother, proving his loyalty.
D
Creon kills his son, which shows that he demands loyalty.

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