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Beat poets most likely use free verse

as a comparative tool, using a traditional arrangement.

to convey opinion, using a fixed layout.

to draw attention to repetition, using a controlled text.

to convey a thought process, using an unstructured format.

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Which of these best explains the paradox presented in the poem "Homework"?

Though many famous monuments need restoration, rescuing wildlife needs to be prioritized.

Though there are countless global crises that require attention, the most important one is reducing pollution.

Though an international clean-up is needed, the solution is not as simple as cleaning laundry.

Though many countries have problems that need attention, the United States cannot address them all.

Read the following excerpt taken from the US Supreme Court case Plessy v. Ferguson (1896).The case coming on for a hearing before the Supreme Court, that court was of opinion that the law under which the prosecution had was constitutional, and denied the relief prayed for by the petitioner. Ex parte Plessy, 45 La.Ann. 80. Whereupon petitioner prayed for a writ of error from this court, which was allowed by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Louisiana.MR. JUSTICE BROWN, after stating the case, delivered the opinion of the court.This case turns upon the constitutionality of an act of the General Assembly of the State of Louisiana, passed in 1890, providing for separate railway carriages for the white and colored races. Acts 1890, No. 111, p. 152.The first section of the statute enacts"that all railway companies carrying passengers in their coaches in this State shall provide equal but separate accommodations for the white and colored races by providing two or more passenger coaches for each passenger train, or by dividing the passenger coaches by a partition so as to secure separate accommodations: Provided, That this section shall not be construed to apply to street railroads. No person or persons, shall be admitted to occupy seats in coaches other than the ones assigned to them on account of the race they belong to." The Supreme Court’s ruling in Plessy v. Ferguson was problematic because

the court was not able to overturn the Louisiana state law that required passengers be separated by race.

the court did not have any Black justices among its members.

it was unclear if Plessy (who was of mixed race) broke the law by sitting in the whites-only coach.

it was based on the belief that segregation was permissible as long as the facilities were equal.

Read the poem.Nature's SymphonyHeartbeat of the forest, pulsing strongPrimal rhythm and ancient songLeaves and branches whisperMelody of a wild balletWaterfall thunders, rushCrashing waves, symphony of the seaCrickets chirp, owls hootNighttime chorus, nature's luteBirdsong soars, greeting dawnNature's rebirth, like Phoenix risingBees buzz, flowers bloomNature's rhythm, heartbeat of it allIn this excerpt, the poet uses repetition to reinforce the idea that

nature has its own rhythm that permeates every aspect of the natural world.

nature is determined to survive.

humankind should be more appreciative of nature.

human-made disasters are a result of modern technology.

Read this excerpt from "Look Homeward, Angel."And whatever he touched in that rich fortress of his soul sprang into golden life: as the years passed, the fruit trees—the peach, the plum, the cherry, the apple—grew great and bent beneath their clusters. His grape vines thickened into brawny ropes of brown and coiled down the high wire fences of his lot, and hung in a dense fabric, upon his trellises, roping his domain twice around. They climbed the porch end of the house and framed the upper windows in thick bowers. And the flowers grew in rioting glory in his yard—the velvet-leaved nasturtium, slashed with a hundred tawny dyes, the rose, the snowball, the redcupped tulip, and the lily.The author uses sensory details in this excerpt to create images of

excess and riches, to suggest interest in materialism.

bountiful blooms and harvests, to suggest agricultural success.

colorful visions and sceneries, to suggest artistic aptitude.

climbing vines and fruit, to suggest time standing still.

Read the excerpt from the US Supreme court case Plessy v. Ferguson (1896).The statute of Louisiana, acts of 1890, c. 111, requiring railway companies carrying passengers in their coaches in that State, to provide equal, but separate, accommodations for the white and colored races, by providing two or more passenger coaches for each passenger train, or by dividing the passenger coaches by a partition so as to secure separate accommodations; and providing that no person shall be permitted to occupy seats in coaches other than the ones assigned to them, on account of the race they belong to; and requiring the officer of the passenger train to assign each passenger to the coach or compartment assigned for the race to which he or she belong; and imposing fines or imprisonment upon passengers insisting on going into a coach or compartment other than the one set aide for the race to which he or she belongs; and conferring upon officers of the train power to refuse to carry on the train passengers refusing to occupy the coach or compartment assigned to them, and exempting the railway company from liability for such refusal, are not in conflict with the provisions either of the Thirteenth Amendment or of the Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States. Which best explains why the Supreme Court’s decision in Plessy v. Ferguson was unconstitutional?

The Supreme Court’s ruling allowed states to deny equal protection to any person within its jurisdiction.

Since the 14th Amendment did not make concessions for people born outside the US, the Supreme Court’s decision could not be applied.

The Supreme Court’s decision gave individual states the freedom to make their own laws in relation to the treatment of people of color.

Since segregation laws did not provide equal protections or liberties to people of color, the ruling was not consistent with the 14th Amendment.

Read the poem.Nature's SymphonyHeartbeat of the forest, pulsing strongPrimal rhythm and ancient songLeaves and branches whisperMelody of a wild balletWaterfall thunders, rushCrashing waves, symphony of the seaCrickets chirp, owls hootNighttime chorus, nature's luteBirdsong soars, greeting dawnNature's rebirth, like Phoenix risingBees buzz, flowers bloomNature's rhythm, heartbeat of it allHow does the allusion in this excerpt reinforce the meaning of the poem?

The allusion clarifies the geographic orientation.

The allusion emphasizes wildlife achievements.

The allusion emphasizes the rhythms of nature.

The allusion recounts specific damages from fire.

Which sentence contains a verbal phrase acting as a modifier?

Passing my driving test on the first attempt would be the highlight of my day.

Giving a presentation in front of my class, I suddenly developed severe stage fright.

The water saturated the ground, which made it impossible to plant the garden.

Dante tolerated his brother's annoying habits during homework time but later studied alone in his room.

Read the excerpt from the Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution.No state shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States . . .How does the excerpt relate to the premises of Brown v. Board of Education?

The Brown case addresses whether separate water fountains and entrances abridge students’ privileges.

The Brown case addresses whether education systems separated by race limit citizens’ privileges.

The Brown case addresses whether varied state curriculums inhibit students’ ability to learn.

The Brown case addresses whether teachers’ racial stereotyping restricts students’ rights and privileges.

Read the poem “If We Must Die” by Claude McKay. If we must die—let it not be like hogsHunted and penned in an inglorious spot,While round us bark the mad and hungry dogs,Making their mock at our accursed lot.If we must die—oh, let us nobly die, So that our precious blood may not be shedIn vain; then even the monsters we defyShall be constrained to honor us though dead!Oh, Kinsmen! We must meet the common foe;Though far outnumbered, let us still be brave, And for their thousand blows deal one death-blow!What though before us lies the open grave?Like men we’ll face the murderous, cowardly pack,Pressed to the wall, dying, but—fighting back!Which best describes the speaker in this poem?

a manager who designs and carries out war plans

an officer who teaches soldiers how to win wars

an activist who persuades politicians to end a war

a motivator who encourages readers to fight oppression

Read the excerpt from Their Eyes Were Watching God.For instance during the summer when she heard the subtle but compelling rhythms of the Bahaman drummers, she’d walk over and watch the dances. She did not laugh the “Saws” to scorn as she had heard the people doing. Which phrase from the excerpt is the best example of non-academic English?

For instance during the summer

subtle but compelling rhythms

laugh the “Saws” to scorn

had heard the people doing

In Their Eyes Were Watching God, Zora Neale Hurston uses dialect when Tea Cake speaks in order to

illustrate his religious beliefs.

emphasize his cultural background.

make his character more universal.

highlight his shyness around others.

Which excerpt from Their Eyes Were Watching God is the best example of regional dialect?

“Shucks! If dat’s her notion she’s barkin’ up de wrong tree. Mah hands is full already.”“

“You got any smaller than him?” He indicated the son who seemed around twenty or so.

For instance during the summer when she heard the subtle but compelling rhythms of the Bahaman drummers, she’d walk over and watch the dances.

But Mrs. Turner’s shape and features were entirely approved by Mrs. Turner.

Which best identifies Jackie Robinson’s reason for writing his letter to President Eisenhower?

He hopes that the president will take immediate action to curb segregation laws at the federal level.

He believes that the president should punish Governor Faubus for his inexcusable actions.

He feels that the president has too much sympathy for pro-segregationists like Governor Faubus.

He thinks that the president should be commended for his remarks at the Summit Meeting of Negro Leaders.

Read the excerpt from Jackie Robinson’s letter to President Eisenhower.I respectfully remind you sir, that we have been the most patient of all people. When you said we must have self-respect, I wondered how we could have self-respect and remain patient considering the treatment accorded to us through the years.Which best explains why Robinson includes this description of Black people?

to warn the president that Black people are tired of waiting and will soon take action

to point out that Black people have greatly suffered for far too long

to assure the president that Black people would continue to wait patiently

to show that he respects the president and all he has done to help Black people

Read the following excerpt from Jackie Robinson’s letter to President Eisenhower.As the chief executive of our nation, I respectfully suggest that you unwittingly crush the spirit of freedom in Negroes by constantly urging forbearance and give hope to those pro-segregation leaders like Governor Faubus who would take from us even those freedoms we now enjoy. Your own experience with Governor Faubus is proof enough that forbearance and not eventual integration is the goal the pro-segregation leaders seek. To which specific historic event is Jackie Robinson referring to in the letter?

President Eisenhower’s argument over civil rights with Arkansas Governor Faubus at the Summit Meeting of Negro Leaders the day before this letter was written

the riots of Harlem, which broke out in response to African Americans’ frustration at job discrimination, police brutality, poor treatment by the armed forces, and lack of access to economic opportunities

Governor Faubus’s calling of the Arkansas National Guard to prevent nine African American students from entering Little Rock Central High School, despite the US Supreme Court’s ruling against segregation

the rumored fatal shooting in August 1943 of a white soldier, which culminated in race rioting across the nation

Read the excerpt from Jackie Robinson’s letter to President Eisenhower.When you said we must have self-respect, I wondered how we could have self-respect and remain patient considering the treatment accorded to us through the years.This excerpt contains an historical allusion to

civil rights activists that advocated for equal rights in the United States throughout the 20th century.

the discrimination and bigotry faced by Black people throughout history in the United States.

Robinson’s belief that an end to segregation is impossible to achieve in the United States.

Robinson’s belief that President Eisenhower is responsible for ending segregation in the United States.

How does the mention of Governor Faubus in Jackie Robinson’s letter to President Eisenhower strengthen the main argument of the letter?

The reference highlights President Eisenhower’s deep dislike of the governor and shows his willingness to remove him from office.

Robinson notes that Governor Faubus spoke during the Summit Meeting of Negro Leaders and became a symbol of civil rights.

Robinson uses Governor Faubus as a metaphor for racial segregation and therefore provides a strong visual image.

The reference provides a real-life example of a pro-segregationist and his actions, making the need for civil rights more dire.

Which excerpt from Hurston’s “John Redding Goes to Sea” is an example of non-academic English?

"Yes, indeed!" said the father looking toward the tree designated.

Sometimes in his dreams he was a prince, riding away in a gorgeous carriage.

Perhaps ten-year-old John was puzzling to the simple folk there in the Florida woods for he was an imaginative child and fond of day-dreams.

"Aw, woman, stop dat talk 'bout conjure. Tain't so nohow. Ah doan want Jawn tuh git dat foolishness in him."

Read the excerpt from Hurston’s “John Redding Goes to Sea.”Matty Redding, John's mother, was setting the table for supper. She was a small wiry woman with large eyes that might have been beautiful when she was young, but too much weeping had left them watery and weak.Which best describes the intent of Hurston’s use of voice as it relates to cultural experience?

Hurston explores the outdated notion of women in the kitchen rather than in the workforce.

Hurston reinforces the idea that women openly show their emotions, whereas men try to conceal them.

Hurston highlights the hardships that women in the community are experiencing through her description of Matty Redding.

Hurston comments on the wasted beauty of youth and the cruelty of aging through her portrayal of the main character.

Read the excerpt from Zora Neale Hurston’s “John Redding Goes to Sea.”"Cose you allus tries tuh know mo' than me, but Ah ain't so ign'rant. Ah knows a heap mahself. Many and many's the people been drove outa their senses by conjuration, or rid tuh deat' by witches."Why does Zora Neale Hurston use non-academic English in this excerpt?

to emphasize the relationship between John and his parents

to provide a historical context in which the events occur

to portray the dialect of Black Americans during the period

to reflect the mixed emotions John’s mother has about her child

Langston Hughes yearns for equality in the poem “I Dream A World,” while in the poem “Democracy” he

is thankful for the freedoms he has gained.

feels that equal opportunities are within reach.

strongly supports the idea of deferring the fight to a later time.

actively advocates the idea of fighting for equal treatment.

Read the excerpt from “I Dream a World” by Langston Hughes.A world I dream where black or white,Whatever race you be,Will share the bounties of the earthAnd every man is free,Where wretchedness will hang its headAnd joy, like a pearl,Attends the needs of all mankind—Of such I dream, my world!Based on the dreams that the speaker describes, it is reasonable to infer that the speaker

is hopeful all people will experience the same freedoms he enjoys.

will do whatever is necessary to gain equality for all.

lives in a time and place where equality does not exist.

has given up the idea that one day all people will be treated the same.

In Langston Hughes’s poem “I Dream a World,” the repetition of the word “dream” emphasizes

the idea that the action of the poem takes place at night.

the notion that Hughes lives in a fantasy world rather than reality.

the fact that equality is a desired but seemingly unattainable goal.

the belief that dreams often remain unrealized due to oppression.

The speaker in Hughes’s poem “Democracy” encourages people to

bravely stand up for what is right.

peacefully support change.

patiently wait for equality to come.

silently let change take its course.

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