Leila says that a thesis statement summarizes the topic of an essay. Lucas says a thesis statement states the writer's point of view. Who is correct? A) Only Lucas is correct. B) Only Leila is correct. C) Both Leila and Lucas are correct. D) Neither Leila nor Lucas is correct.

Why is the first sentence of an essay's introductory paragraph sometimes called a "hook" statement? A) Because the writer is trying to catch the reader's attention B) Because the sentence should curve around to the essay's main point C) Because the writer wants to make the reader fish for clues D) Because the sentence should be very sharply opinionated

What the FIRST trial? The seethe of sand the field of knives the prom of thorns the talking stone

How many bar lines can be contained within repeat signs? There is no limit although it's usually limited to a line or two. You can only repeat the previous measure. You can only repeat the last two measures. These repeat signs only pertain to piano performers.

Which characters in Arthur Miller's The Crucible face a moral dilemma? D Elizabeth Proctor John Proctor Abigail Williams Thomas Putnam D Reverend Hale

How did Captain Ahab appeal to Starbuck regarding the hunting of the white whale Moby Dick? Ahab threatened to throw Starbuck overboard if he did not obey orders. Ahab pointed out other members of the crew who had no problem hunting the whale. E Ahab refused to pay Starbuck for his work as a crew member on his ship.

danging modifier Sketching in a notebook, the lines were smudging. What should be added before the underlined part? the lines he got frustrated when she picked first the notebook

Read the excerpt from Maryam's personal narrative The vertical garden that Mr. Lopez taught me how to build not only changed the way we eat,but it helped my family spend less on groceries. When the school board accepted my proposal to start a program to teach families to grow their own food, I knew just who to call to help me make it work. Working with Mr. Lopez helped me speak up about the things I believe in, and I hope that my ideas about helping our neighborhood have access to good food will result in a positive change Which part of the narrative does this paragraph most likely come from? the exposition the rising action the falling action the reflection

In "The Woman Who Fell From the Sky"who was responsible for making Mosquito small and easy to blow away? Evil Twin Good Twin Sky Woman Earth Woman

Based on this poem, how does the Statue of Liberty feel toward the immigrants entering America? She wants them to return to their ancient lands. She's interested in helping those who are just arriving. She is welcoming toward them as they enter America.

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Revision may involve modifying the essay structure, altering or refocusing the thesis and main idea to better meet the intended purpose for the writing, polishing word choice (diction), and removing repetition (redundancy). True False

Who was waiting for Opal after the day at the pet store? Gloria Dump The Dewberry boys The Preacher Sweetie Pie Thomas

When writing an informative text, which of the following is a helpful tool in keeping your information organized A. Bold face text B. Adjectives C. Personal experiences D. Sub-heading

Multiple Select Question Select all that apply Select all the ways that the first movement of Prokoflev's Clossical Symphony is different from a classical sonata. It begins with a soft staccato violin melody instead of a loud orchestral chord. The exposition is played only once. The recapitulation opening theme does not begin in the tonic key of D major. D The closing theme is played repeatedly in both minor and major keys.

Select the correct text in the passage. Read the excerpt from act II of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet.Which lines convey the reason Friar Laurence is willing to help Romeo and Juliet get married in secret? FRIAR LAURENCE: Holy Saint Francis, what a change is here! Is Rosaline, whom thou didst love so dear, So soon forsaken? young men's love then lies Not truly in their hearts, but in their eyes. Jesu Maria, what a deal of brine Hath wash'd thy sallow cheeks for Rosaline! How much salt water thrown away in waste, To season love, that of it doth not taste! The sun not yet thy sighs from heaven clears. Thy old groans ring yet in my ancient ears; Lo, here upon thy cheek the stain doth sit Of an old tear that is not wash'd off yet: If e'er thou wast thyself and these woes thine. Thou and these woes were all for Rosaline: And art thou changed?pronounce this sentence then, Women may fall, when there's no strength in men. ROMEO: Thou chid'st me oft for loving Rosaline. FRIAR LAURENCE: For doting not for loving, pupil mine. ROMEO: And bad'st me bury love. FRIAR LAURENCE: Not in a grave,

Read the model sentence from Lindsey Leavit's Going Vintage. I walk around the desk, still amazed at the out-of-body feeling, like everything's all floating or slow motion. (C) 2013 Lindsey Leavit Use the words and phrases to create a new sentence that matches the model. Jenny coded through the night, completely focused until her fingers grew sore and heavy on her computer screen, $\square $

10. What is literary adaptation? telling a story to a different audience telling a story in different way making a story longer and more complex changing one element of a story

Having a counterclaim in an argumentative essay allows the author of the essay to support his or her claim with evidence. state his or her opinion on the topic. address any opposition to his or her claim

Who says the following and why? Therefore be patient, take no note of him: It is my will; the which if thou respect, Show a fair presence and put off these frowns, An ill-beseeming semblance for a feast. Capulet is telling Tybalt to calm down. Romeo is telling Benvolio to ignore Tybalt. The nurse is telling Juliet to ignore Romeo. Mercutio is telling Romeo to cheer up.

Parts of an Essay Check Your Understanding-Question 5 of6 Which two options describe the purpose of a conclusion paragraph? A. To provide supporting details that back up a topic sentence B. To leave readers with a final thought about the topic C. To grab the attention of readers and get them interested D. To make a smaller point in support of the thesis statement E. To present the thesis statement again in different words Attempt 1 of 2