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Which statements about antithesis in poetry are accurate? Check all that apply.
A. Antithesis is repeated rhythms.
B. Antithesis is used to compare similarities.
C. Antithesis is used to emphasize contrast.
D. Antithesis is the combination of two opposing ideas.
E. Antithesis is usually dependent upon parallelism.
A. Antithesis is repeated rhythms.
B. Antithesis is used to compare similarities.
C. Antithesis is used to emphasize contrast.
D. Antithesis is the combination of two opposing ideas.
E. Antithesis is usually dependent upon parallelism.
Read the excerpt from An Essay on Man.
Go, wondrous creature! mount where science guides, Go, measure earth, weigh air, and state the tides; Instruct the planets in what orbs to run, Correct old time, and regulate the sun;
Which statement is correct?
A. Antithesis is used in the first two lines.
B. Antithesis is used in the last two lines.
C. Parallelism is used in the first two lines.
D. Parallelism is used in the last two lines.
Go, wondrous creature! mount where science guides, Go, measure earth, weigh air, and state the tides; Instruct the planets in what orbs to run, Correct old time, and regulate the sun;
Which statement is correct?
A. Antithesis is used in the first two lines.
B. Antithesis is used in the last two lines.
C. Parallelism is used in the first two lines.
D. Parallelism is used in the last two lines.
Read the excerpt from An Essay on Man.
The science of Human Nature is, like all other sciences, reduced to a few clear points: there are not many certain truths in this world.
This excerpt reflects which idea common during the Enlightenment?
A. Science is the best way to understand nature and human beings.
B. Citizens must consent to be ruled by their political leaders.
C. Democracy and human rights are fundamental in society.
D. Customs and traditions should be discarded if they are not useful.
The science of Human Nature is, like all other sciences, reduced to a few clear points: there are not many certain truths in this world.
This excerpt reflects which idea common during the Enlightenment?
A. Science is the best way to understand nature and human beings.
B. Citizens must consent to be ruled by their political leaders.
C. Democracy and human rights are fundamental in society.
D. Customs and traditions should be discarded if they are not useful.
Read the excerpt from An Essay on Man.
Know, then, thyself, presume not God to scan; The proper study of mankind is man
Which statement is correct?
A. The loose structure of these lines suggests freedom.
B. The loose structure of these lines results from frequent repetition.
C. Pope uses a heroic couplet to express a complete idea.
D. Pope uses a heroic couplet to build poetic tension.
Know, then, thyself, presume not God to scan; The proper study of mankind is man
Which statement is correct?
A. The loose structure of these lines suggests freedom.
B. The loose structure of these lines results from frequent repetition.
C. Pope uses a heroic couplet to express a complete idea.
D. Pope uses a heroic couplet to build poetic tension.
Which lines are the best example of parallelism?
A. Placed on this isthmus of a middle state, A being darkly wise, and rudely great:
B. With too much knowledge for the sceptic side, With too much weakness for the stoic's pride
C. As Eastern priests in giddy circles run, And turn their heads to imitate the sun.
D. Admired such wisdom in an earthly shape And showed a Newton as we show an ape.
A. Placed on this isthmus of a middle state, A being darkly wise, and rudely great:
B. With too much knowledge for the sceptic side, With too much weakness for the stoic's pride
C. As Eastern priests in giddy circles run, And turn their heads to imitate the sun.
D. Admired such wisdom in an earthly shape And showed a Newton as we show an ape.
Question 10 Answer:
D. the combination of opposing ideasWhat is antithesis?
A. five iambs in a poetic line
B. a stressed and an unstressed syllable
C. repeated rhythmic structures
D. the combination of opposing ideasQuiz 2 (100%)Central Ideas in A Vindication of the Rights of WomenQuestion 1 Answer: C
C. In equal roles, men and women will establish more meaningful marriages.Read the excerpt from A Vindication of the Rights of Woman.
Let there be then no coercion established in society, and the common law of gravity prevailing, the sexes will fall into their proper places. And, now that more equitable laws are forming your citizens, marriage may become more sacred: your young men may choose wives from motives of affection, and your maidens allow love to root out vanity.
What is the central idea of the excerpt?
A. In proper societies, there are strict laws about marriage.
B. Men will fall into submission when their wives are well educated.
C. In equal roles, men and women will establish more meaningful marriages.
D. Men and women should marry for reasons other than love and affection.Question 2 Answer:
D. Cell-phone usage should be embraced at public schools as a means of information acquisition.How can the topic "students and cell phones" be presented as an argument?
A. Recent surveys suggest that over 70 percent of all American students ages 14-17 own a cell phone.
B. Students at Omega High School have expressed interest in having access to their phones during school hours.
C. School policies regarding cell-phone usage varies by region and is the source of considerable debate.
D. Cell-phone usage should be embraced at public schools as a means of information acquisition.Question 3 Answer:
A. Homework is an effective way to strengthen students' understanding of new concepts.How can the topic "homework for students" be presented as an argument?
A. Homework is an effective way to strengthen students' understanding of new concepts.
B. Homework is any school assignment completed at home without a teacher's assistance.
C. Many teachers assign nightly homework to students in elementary, middle, and high school.
D. Modern teachers communicate using digital means, such as blogs, to post students' homework assignments.Question 4 Answer:
A. By refusing women rights, men are enslaving women in their current roles.Read the excerpt from A Vindication of the Rights of Woman.
In this style, argue tyrants of every denomination, from the weak king to the weak father of a family; they are all eager to crush reason; yet always assert that they usurp its throne only to be useful. Do you not act a similar part, when you force all women, by denying them civil and political rights, to remain immured in their families groping in the dark? For surely, Sir, you will not assert, that a duty can be binding which is not founded on reason?
Which statement paraphrases Wollstonecraft's argument?
A. By refusing women rights, men are enslaving women in their current roles.
B. Men strive to be kings and fathers because they prefer leadership roles.
C. By ignoring women's demands, men are weakening the family structure.
D. Women are toiling in the dark, unaware of new laws that are being considered.Question 5 Answer:
C. Men have not been successful protecting women because they have not given women the power to protect themselves.Read the excerpt from A History of Women's Suffrage by Stanton, Anthony, and Gage.
Another writer asserts that the tyranny of man over woman has its roots, after all, in his nobler feelings; his love, his chivalry, and his desire to protect woman in the barbarous periods of pillage, lust, and war. But wherever the roots may be traced, the results at this hour are equally disastrous to woman. Her best interests and happiness do not seem to have been consulted in the arrangements made for her protection. She has been bought and sold, caressed and crucified at the will and pleasure of her master. But if a chivalrous desire to protect woman has always been the mainspring of man's dominion over her, it should have prompted him to place in her hands the same weapons of defense he has found to be most effective against wrong and oppression.
Which statement paraphrases the authors' argument?
A. Throughout history, men have strived to protect women through chivalrous action and guardianship.
B. Women have always been subservient to men because they have needed protection during war and pillage.
C. Men have not been successful protecting women because they have not given women the power to protect themselves.
D. During times of war, men and women rely on one another for defense, and they each have weapons for battle.Question 6 Answer:
B. Students learn about themselves by taking risks.Read the paragraph.
When young people are encouraged to take risks, they build confidence in their own decision-making skills and capabilities. Consider Winston, a ninth grader willing to try out for a varsity sport or a competitive performance band. He risks failure and personal embarrassment, but he learns the tryout process. He may also learn his personal strengths and shortcomings. Whether he is met with success or not, the risk-taking experience fosters self-reflection and growth.
What is the overall controlling idea throughout the paragraph?
A. Young students should compete in varsity athletics.
B. Students learn about themselves by taking risks.
C. Students benefit from high-level competition.
D. Young students are nervous during tryouts.Question 7 Answer:
C. by insisting that everyone with a soul deserves rightsRead the excerpt from Woman in the Nineteenth Century by Margaret Fuller.
Yet, then and only then will mankind be ripe for this, when inward and outward freedom for Woman as much as for Man shall be acknowledged as a right, not yielded as a concession. As the friend of the negro assumes that one man cannot by right hold another in bondage, so should the friend of Woman assume that Man cannot by right lay even well-meant restrictions on Woman. If the negro be a soul, if the woman be a soul, apparelled in flesh, to one Master only are they accountable.
How does Fuller develop an argument for women's rights?
A. by describing the strength of women's friendships
B. by making reference to a biblical lesson
C. by insisting that everyone with a soul deserves rights
D. by explaining the history of slaveryQuestion 8 Answer:
A. The differences between men and women allow them to balance one another, and they should be considered as equal as they are in nature.Read the excerpt from A History of Women's Suffrage by Stanton, Anthony, and Gage.
It would be nearer the truth to say the [gender] difference indicates different duties in the same sphere, seeing that man and woman were evidently made for each other, and have shown equal capacity in the ordinary range of human duties. In governing nations, leading armies, piloting ships across the sea, rowing life-boats in terrific gales; in art, science, invention, literature, woman has proved herself the complement of man in the world of thought and action. This difference does not compel us to spread our tables with different food for man and woman, nor to provide in our common schools a different course of study for boys and girls. Sex pervades all nature, yet the male and female tree and vine and shrub rejoice in the same sunshine and shade. The earth and air are free to all the fruits and flowers, yet each absorbs what best ensures its growth.
Which statement best summarizes the authors' ideas?
A. The differences between men and women allow them to balance one another, and they should be considered as equal as they are in nature.
B. There are differences between men and women that should be more considered when determining what boys and girls learn in school.
C. Men and women are different, and they perform different duties throughout history, school, and nature.
D. Men and women have served different roles in government and society, but women will soon prove their superiority when they have rights.Question 9 Answer:
D. Women's lack of political rights is the root of their troubles.Read the excerpt from A History of Women's Suffrage by Stanton, Anthony, and Gage.
The broader demand for political rights has not commanded the thought its merits and dignity should have secured. While complaining of many wrongs and oppressions, women themselves did not see that the political disability of sex was the cause of all their special grievances, and that to secure equality anywhere, it must be recognized everywhere. Like all disfranchised classes, they begun by asking to have certain wrongs redressed, and not by asserting their own right to make laws for themselves.
Which statement summarizes the authors' argument?
A. Women should try to speak up in public.
B. Women's personal dignity is not respected.
C. Women have many complaints that they want to voice.
D. Women's lack of political rights is the root of their troubles.Question 10 Answer:
D. If the Constitution supports men's rights, it should support women's rights, too.Read the excerpt from A Vindication of the Rights of Woman.
Consider, Sir, dispassionately, these observations—for a glimpse of this truth seemed to open before you when you observed, 'that to see one half of the human race excluded by the other from all participation of government, was a political phænomenon that, according to abstract principles, it was impossible to explain.' If so, on what does your constitution rest? If the abstract rights of man will bear discussion and explanation, those of woman, by a parity of reasoning, will not shrink from the same test.
Which statement paraphrases Wollstonecraft's central idea?
A. If men exclude women from government, then there are fewer voters.
B. If people want government to be fair, they should adopt a constitution.
C. If men discuss politics, then women should participate in the conversation.
D. If the Constitution supports men's rights, it should support women's rights, too.Quiz 3 (100%)Satire in Swift's "A Modest Proposal"Question 1 Answer: A, B, and D
A. criticism of society
B. verbal irony
D. humor and ridiculeWhich characteristics of satire are evident in "A Modest Proposal"? Select three answer options.
A. criticism of society
B. verbal irony
C. multiple points of view
D. humor and ridicule
E. serious languageQuestion 2 Answer:
C. Swift uses irony when he says the person with whom he discussed his plan is "very worthy" and "a true lover of this country."Read the excerpt from "A Modest Proposal."
A very worthy person, a true lover of his country, and whose virtues I highly esteem, was lately pleased, in discoursing on this matter, to offer a refinement upon my scheme. He said, that many gentlemen of this kingdom, having of late destroyed their deer, he conceived that the want of venison might be well supply'd by the bodies of young lads and maidens, not exceeding fourteen years of age, nor under twelve; so great a number of both sexes in every country being now ready to starve for want of work and service.
Which statement best describes Swift's use of rhetorical devices in this excerpt?
A. Swift uses a false premise when he says that people of the kingdom are in "want of venison."
B. Swift uses irony when he says "so great a number of both sexes" are in desperate need of "work and service."
C. Swift uses irony when he says the person with whom he discussed his plan is "very worthy" and "a true lover of this country."
D. Swift uses a false premise when he says the "gentlemen of the kingdom" have "destroyed their deer."Question 3 Answer:
A. to shame the greedy people who have contributed to Ireland's poverty instead of trying to help eradicate itRead the excerpt from "A Modest Proposal."
This I freely own, and 'twas indeed one principal design in offering it to the world. I desire the reader will observe, that I calculate my remedy for this one individual Kingdom of Ireland, and for no other that ever was, is, or, I think, ever can be upon Earth. Therefore let no man talk to me of other expedients: Of taxing our absentees at five shillings a pound: Of using neither cloaths, nor houshold furniture, except what is of our own growth and manufacture: Of utterly rejecting the materials and instruments that promote foreign luxury: . . . Of teaching landlords to have at least one degree of mercy towards their tenants. Lastly, of putting a spirit of honesty, industry, and skill into our shop-keepers . . .
What is most likely the purpose of this excerpt?
A. to shame the greedy people who have contributed to Ireland's poverty instead of trying to help eradicate it
B. to shame those who are trapped in Ireland's cycle of poverty for refusing to work harder for better lives
C. to show that other solutions to Ireland's poverty are not as effective as the plan Swift puts forth in the proposal
D. to show that the wealthy members of society have tried to remedy Ireland's poverty in many different waysQuestion 4 Answer:
B. the English government, which seemed to care little about the Irish peopleWho is Swift ridiculing using satire in "A Modest Proposal"?
A. children who were born into poverty and were not properly fed
B. the English government, which seemed to care little about the Irish people
C. individuals who were underprivileged and had difficulty finding employment
D. English government officials, who believed selling children to eat was a good ideaQuestion 5 Answer:
D. "an incorrect assumption that forms the basis of an argument"A false premise is best defined as __________.
A. "the contradiction between what is said and what is really meant"
B. "a description of something as being smaller or less than it really is"
C. "the use of humor to emphasize the negative qualities of society"
D. "an incorrect assumption that forms the basis of an argument"Question 6 Answer:
D. He states that sending children to the butcher would be as simple as "roasting pigs."Read the excerpt from "A Modest Proposal."
As to our City of Dublin, shambles may be appointed for this purpose, in the most convenient parts of it, and butchers we may be assured will not be wanting; although I rather recommend buying the children alive, and dressing them hot from the knife, as we do roasting pigs.
Which statement best describes Swift's use of understatement in this excerpt?
A. He states that "roasting pigs" is more difficult than roasting children.
B. He states that butchers would have a problem roasting a child "as we do roasting pigs."
C. He states that butchers are always "wanting" for "roasting pigs."
D. He states that sending children to the butcher would be as simple as "roasting pigs."Question 7 Answer:
B. Thus the squire will learn to be a good landlord, and grow popular among his tenants, the mother will have eight shillings neat profit, and be fit for work till she produces another child.Which sentence from "A Modest Proposal" is the best example of satire?
A. Some persons of a desponding spirit are in great concern about that vast number of poor people, who are aged, diseased, or maimed.
B. Thus the squire will learn to be a good landlord, and grow popular among his tenants, the mother will have eight shillings neat profit, and be fit for work till she produces another child.
C. I have reckoned upon a medium, that a child just born will weigh 12 pounds, and in a solar year, if tolerably nursed, encreaseth to 28 pounds.
D. It is a melancholy object to those, who walk through this great town, or travel in the country, when they see the streets, the roads and cabbin-doors crowded with beggars of the female sex, followed by three, four, or six children.Question 8 Answer:
C. that parents would rather sell their children than be responsible for themRead the excerpt from "A Modest Proposal."
I propose to provide for them in such a manner, as, instead of being a charge upon their parents, or the parish, or wanting food and raiment for the rest of their lives, they shall, on the contrary, contribute to the feeding, and partly to the cloathing of many thousands. . . .
Which false premise does the author rely on in this excerpt?
A. that parents would choose to disown their children instead of caring for them
B. that parents would value their children over an improved economy
C. that parents would rather sell their children than be responsible for them
D. that parents would prefer to provide for their children instead of selling themQuestion 9 Answer:
D. to grab the reader's attention by using understatement to talk about brutal actsRead the excerpt from "A Modest Proposal."
I have been assured by a very knowing American of my acquaintance in London, that a young healthy child well nursed, is, at a year old, a most delicious nourishing and wholesome food, whether stewed, roasted, baked, or boiled; and I make no doubt that it will equally serve in a fricasie, or a ragoust.
Why did Swift most likely deliver his proposal in a casual manner?
A. to highlight to the reader that the government would likely agree with his plan
B. to emphasize that he is serious about implementing his plan
C. to show the reader that his plan is reasonable and no cause for alarm
D. to grab the reader's attention by using understatement to talk about brutal actsQuestion 10 Answer:
C. widespread poverty throughout IrelandWhat issue is Swift addressing in a satirical manner in "A Modest Proposal"?
A. England's willingness to help the Irish people
B. lack of employment opportunities in England
C. widespread poverty throughout Ireland
D. Ireland's refusal to acknowledge England's powerQuiz 4 (80%)Satire in Swift's "A Modest Proposal" (Continued)Question 1 Answer: B
B. According to Swift, he has "not the least personal interest in endeavouring to promote this necessary work."Read the excerpt from "A Modest Proposal."
I profess, in the sincerity of my heart, that I have not the least personal interest in endeavouring to promote this necessary work, having no other motive than the publick good of my country, by advancing our trade, providing for infants, relieving the poor, and giving some pleasure to the rich. I have no children, by which I can propose to get a single penny; the youngest being nine years old, and my wife past child-bearing.
Which statement effectively uses a quotation to relate Swift's claim that he has no personal motive for making this proposal?
A. Swift states that his youngest child is nine years old and that his wife is currently past child-bearing.
B. According to Swift, he has "not the least personal interest in endeavouring to promote this necessary work."
C. Swift explains that his new proposal will result in both "relieving the poor" and "giving some pleasure to the rich."
D. Swift writes that he does not stand to make any financial gain from the adoption of his proposed plan.Question 2 Answer:
A. foolishly boastsRead the statement about Swift's "A Modest Proposal."
Swift foolishly boasts that his proposal to help end poverty will also encourage marriage and improve the quality of family life.
Which phrase from this statement signals an opinion?
A. foolishly boasts
B. help end poverty
C. encourage marriage
D. improve the qualityQuestion 3 Answer:
D. to criticize England's treatment of the Irish with the hope of bringing about societal changeWhich best describes Swift's purpose for writing "A Modest Proposal"?
A. to thoroughly explain his proposal with the hope of solving the problem of poverty in England
B. to inform society of a serious issue with the hope of inspiring impoverished people to find jobs
C. to entertain readers with a humorous tale with the hope of creating laughter during a dark time
D. to criticize England's treatment of the Irish with the hope of bringing about societal changeQuestion 4 Answer:
B. anyone who is truly virtuous or patriotic would not suggest using children for food, so Swift means the opposite of what he says.Read the excerpt from "A Modest Proposal."
A very worthy person, a true lover of his country, and whose virtues I highly esteem, was lately pleased, in discoursing on this matter, to offer a refinement upon my scheme. He said, that many gentlemen of this kingdom, having of late destroyed their deer, he conceived that the want of venison might be well supply'd by the bodies of young lads and maidens.
The underlined portions of the excerpt are examples of verbal irony because
A. this man truly is virtuous and patriotic, so Swift is surprised by the man's support of eating children to solve the poverty issue.
B. anyone who is truly virtuous or patriotic would not suggest using children for food, so Swift means the opposite of what he says.
C. this man is a close friend of Swift's, so Swift is just expressing his personal thoughts and feelings about the man's character.
D. anyone who tries to better his country must be virtuous and patriotic, so Swift is simply explaining what is already obvious to the reader.Question 5 Answer:
A. to signal that he is actually writing a satireIn "A Modest
Proposal," why does Swift intentionally use false premises as a basis for his arguments?
A. to signal that he is actually writing a satire
B. to suggest that his proposal is truly genuine
C. to lighten a serious topic with playful humor
D. to prove that he has made some valid pointsQuestion 6 Answer:
A. a paraphrase of the main ideas in "A Modest Proposal"
C. an explanation of the meaning and purpose of the satire
E. some quotations that serve as evidence of Swift's ideasWhat should a complete and effective summary of "A Modest Proposal" include? Select three options.
A. a paraphrase of the main ideas in "A Modest Proposal"
B. details about Swift's personal life and career as a writer
C. an explanation of the meaning and purpose of the satire
D. the writer's opinion about Swift's essay and political beliefs
E. some quotations that serve as evidence of Swift's ideasQuestion 7 Answer:
A. "A Modest Proposal" uses false premises to signal that it is actually a satire.Which sentence about Swift's "A Modest Proposal" is written objectively?
A. "A Modest Proposal" uses false premises to signal that it is actually a satire.
B. The excess of verbal irony in "A Modest Proposal" diminishes its overall impact.
C. I think Swift's satire was a brilliant way to draw attention to the issue of poverty.
D. Swift should be ashamed of his preposterous proposal to sell and eat children.Question 8 Answer:
D. Swift writes that "poorer tenants will have something valuable of their own" that can "help to pay their landlord's rent."Read the excerpt from "A Modest Proposal."
The poorer tenants will have something valuable of their own, which by law may be made liable to a distress, and help to pay their landlord's rent, their corn and cattle being already seized, and money a thing unknown.
Which statement quotes Swift's claim that the poor will also benefit from his proposal?
A. "Swift writes that poorer tenants will have something valuable of their own, which by law may be made liable to a distress."
B. Swift writes that poorer tenants will finally have something to help pay their landlord's rent since they have neither money nor trade.
C. Swift writes that poorer tenants will have something to trade for rent since "their corn and cattle" have already been seized.
D. Swift writes that "poorer tenants will have something valuable of their own" that can "help to pay their landlord's rent."**Incorrect** Question 9 Answer:
C. Swift argues that poverty-stricken people have been oppressed and mistreated by landlords for being unable to pay rent with either money or traded goods.Read the excerpt from "A Modest Proposal."
I desire those politicians who dislike my overture, and may perhaps be so bold to attempt an answer, that they will first ask the parents of these mortals, whether they would not at this day think it a great happiness to have been sold for food at a year old, in the manner I prescribe, and thereby have avoided such a perpetual scene of misfortunes, as they have since gone through, by the oppression of landlords, the impossibility of paying rent without money or trade, the want of common sustenance, with neither house nor cloaths to cover them from the inclemencies of the weather, and the most inevitable prospect of intailing the like, or greater miseries, upon their breed for ever.
Which sentence best paraphrases the passage?
A. Swift maintains that, if asked, people who have lived in poverty their entire lives would say that they would rather have been sold for food at one year of age.
B. Swift states that adults who have grown up in poverty have experienced a sequence of misfortunes, such as being unable to obtain food or clothing.
C. Swift argues that poverty-stricken people have been oppressed and mistreated by landlords for being unable to pay rent with either money or traded goods.
D. Swift challenges politicians to ask adults who have been raised in poverty questions before criticizing his proposal to help impoverished people.**Incorrect** Question 10 Answer:
A. England will save a great deal of money because they will not have to maintain the cost of raising poor children. The money will circulate amongst themselves.Read the excerpt from "A Modest Proposal."
Whereas the maintainance of an hundred thousand children, from two years old, and upwards, cannot be computed at less than ten shillings a piece per annum, the nation's stock will be thereby encreased fifty thousand pounds per annum, besides the profit of a new dish, introduced to the tables of all gentlemen of fortune in the kingdom, who have any refinement in taste. And the money will circulate among our selves, the goods being entirely of our own growth and manufacture.
Which sentence best paraphrases the excerpt?
A. England will save a great deal of money because they will not have to maintain the cost of raising poor children. The money will circulate amongst themselves.
B. Swift states that wealthy gentlemen with good taste will now have a new dish to buy and consume at mealtimes.
C. Swift argues that caring for thousands of children will cost more than ten shillings a piece each year. His proposal to eat the children would increase the circulation of money by fifty thousand pounds yearly and strengthen England's economy.
D. Breeding, selling, and eating impoverished children will benefit the people of England in more than one way.Quiz 5 (100%)Comparing Eighteenth-Century Texts on SlaveryQuestion 1 Answer: D
D. by accusing supporters of slavery of being ignorant and immoralRead the excerpt from Thoughts and Sentiments.
It is therefore manifest, that something else ought yet to be done; and what is required, is evidently the incumbent duty of all men of enlightened understanding, and of every man that has any claim or affinity to the name of Christian, that the base treatment which the African Slaves undergo, ought to be abolished; and it is moreover evident, that the whole, or any part of that iniquitous traffic of slavery, can no where, or in any degree, be admitted, but among those who must eventually resign their own claim to any degree of sensibility and humanity, for that of barbarians.
How does Cugoano approach the topic of slavery in this excerpt?
A. by praising the many good Christians who are slaveholders
B. by claiming that enslaved people will be freed when they become Christians
C. by describing people who need to be enlightened
D. by accusing supporters of slavery of being ignorant and immoralQuestion 2 Answer:
B. "and of every man that has any claim or affinity to the name of Christian"Read the excerpt from Thoughts and Sentiments.
It is therefore manifest, that something else ought yet to be done; and what is required, is evidently the incumbent duty of all men of enlightened understanding, and of every man that has any claim or affinity to the name of Christian, that the base treatment which the African Slaves undergo, ought to be abolished; and it is moreover evident, that the whole, or any part of that iniquitous traffic of slavery, can no where, or in any degree, be admitted, but among those who must eventually resign their own claim to any degree of sensibility and humanity, for that of barbarians.
What text detail from this excerpt directly supports Cugoano's belief that all good Christians have to participate in the abolishment of slavery?
A. "is evidently the incumbent duty of all men of enlightened understanding"
B. "and of every man that has any claim or affinity to the name of Christian"
C. "iniquitous traffic of slavery, can no where, or in any degree, be admitted"
D. "who must eventually resign their own claim to any degree of sensibility"Question 3 Answer:
C. to reveal the horrors of enslavementRead the excerpt from Thoughts and Sentiments.
I saw him take a gun, a piece of cloth, and some lead for me, and then he told me that he must now leave me there, and went off. This made me cry bitterly, but I was soon conducted to a prison, for three days, where I heard the groans and cries of many, and saw some of my fellow-captives. But when a vessel arrived to conduct us away to the ship, it was a most horrible scene; there was nothing to be heard but rattling of chains, smacking of whips, and the groans and cries of our fellow-men.
What is Cugoano's purpose in this excerpt?
A. to prove that slavery still happens
B. to show that slavery is harmful to society
C. to reveal the horrors of enslavement
D. to justify the existence of slaveryQuestion 4 Answer:
B. the topic of the text
E. the author's attitude toward the topic
F. the author's use of languageWhat must a reader consider to understand an author's purpose for writing? Choose three answers.
A. the theme of the text
B. the topic of the text
C. the name of the text
D. the author's background and experience
E. the author's attitude toward the topic
F. the author's use of languageQuestion 5 Answer:
B. respectful and humbleRead the excerpt from Letters of the Late Ignatius Sancho, An African.
My chief pleasure has been books.—Philanthropy I adore.—How very much, good Sir, am I (amongst millions) indebted to you for the character of your amiable uncle Toby!—I declare, I would walk ten miles in the dog-days, to shake hands with the honest corporal.—Your Sermons have touch'd me to the heart, and I hope have amended it, which brings me to the point.
What is Sancho's attitude toward Sterne's writing in this excerpt?
A. suspicious and critical
B. respectful and humble
C. impolite and annoyed
D. playful and amusedQuestion 6 Answer:
D. purposeAn author's __________ is his or her reason for writing a text.
A. idea
B. assumption
C. belief
D. purposeQuestion 7 Answer:
C. Sancho is humbly asking for someone's help, while Cugoano is asking for immediate and drastic changes in policies about slavery.Read the excerpt from Thoughts and Sentiments.
It is therefore manifest, that something else ought yet to be done; and what is required, is evidently the incumbent duty of all men of enlightened understanding, and of every man that has any claim or affinity to the name of Christian, that the base treatment which the African Slaves undergo, ought to be abolished; and it is moreover evident, that the whole, or any part of that iniquitous traffic of slavery, can no where, or in any degree, be admitted, but among those who must eventually resign their own claim to any degree of sensibility and humanity, for that of barbarians.
Read the excerpt from Letters of the Late Ignatius Sancho, An African.
I am sure you will applaud me for beseeching you to give one half hour's attention to slavery, as it is at this day practised in our West Indies.—That subject, handled in your striking manner, would ease the yoke (perhaps) of many—but if only of one—Gracious God!—what a feast to a benevolent heart!—and, sure I am, you are an epicurean in acts of charity.—You, who are universally read, and as universally admired—you could not fail
In these excerpts, how does Cugoano's purpose differ from Sancho's purpose?
A. Cugoano is hoping that a few enslaved people can be released, while Sancho is hoping that Sterne can abolish slavery altogether.
B. Cugoano makes references to his Christian faith, while Sancho stays away from the topic of religion altogether.
C. Sancho is humbly asking for someone's help, while Cugoano is asking for immediate and drastic changes in policies about slavery.
D. Sancho is informing the general public about the horrors of slavery, while Cugoano is writing a private letter.Question 8 Answer:
C. Those who support slavery are evil, and their souls are doomed.Read the excerpt from Thoughts and Sentiments.
And if such men can boast of greater degrees of knowledge, than any African is entitled to, I shall let them enjoy all the advantages of it unenvied, as I fear it consists only in a greater share of infidelity, and that of a blacker kind than only skin deep. And if their complexion be not what I may suppose, it is at least the nearest in resemblance to an infernal hue.
What belief is implied but not explicitly stated in this excerpt?
A. All men are created equal in the eyes of the Christian God.
B. There are good men who understand the need for slavery.
C. Those who support slavery are evil, and their souls are doomed.
D. Africans are entitled to the same rights as Europeans and Americans.Question 9 Answer:
A. Both men use their past experiences to show readers that they persevered and became accomplished readers and writers.Read the excerpt from Thoughts and Sentiments.
After coming to England, and seeing others write and read, I had a strong desire to learn, and getting what assistance I could, I applied myself to learn reading and writing, which soon became my recreation, pleasure, and delight; and when my master perceived that I could write some, he sent me to a proper school for that purpose to learn. Since, I have endeavoured to improve my mind in reading, and have sought to get all the intelligence I could, in my situation of life, towards the state of my brethren and countrymen in complexion, and of the miserable situation of those who are barbarously sold into captivity, and unlawfully held in slavery.
Read the excerpt from Letters of the Late Ignatius Sancho, An African.
The first part of my life was rather unlucky, as I was placed in a family who judged ignorance the best and only security for obedience.—A little reading and writing I got by unwearied application.—The latter part of my life has been—thro' God's blessing, truly fortunate, having spent it in the service of one of the best families in the kingdom.—My chief pleasure has been books.
In these excerpts, how do both men use their personal histories to achieve their purpose?
A. Both men use their past experiences to show readers that they persevered and became accomplished readers and writers.
B. Both men use their personal histories to show readers the horrors and misery of being enslaved.
C. Both men share their past experiences to show readers that they are much smarter than the average person.
D. Both men share their personal stories to show readers that they are still having a very difficult time adjusting to European customs.Question 10 Answer:
C. Like Sancho, Cugoano is speaking out against the horrible practice of slavery.Read the excerpt from Thoughts and Sentiments.
It is therefore manifest, that something else ought yet to be done; and what is required, is evidently the incumbent duty of all men of enlightened understanding, and of every man that has any claim or affinity to the name of Christian, that the base treatment which the African Slaves undergo, ought to be abolished; and it is moreover evident, that the whole, or any part of that iniquitous traffic of slavery, can no where, or in any degree, be admitted, but among those who must eventually resign their own claim to any degree of sensibility and humanity, for that of barbarians.
Read the excerpt from Letters of the Late Ignatius Sancho, An African.
I am sure you will applaud me for beseeching you to give one half hour's attention to slavery, as it is at this day practised in our West Indies.—That subject, handled in your striking manner, would ease the yoke (perhaps) of many—but if only of one—Gracious God!—what a feast to a benevolent heart!—and, sure I am, you are an epicurean in acts of charity.—You, who are universally read, and as universally admired—you could not fail
In these excerpts, how is Cugoano's purpose similar to Sancho's purpose?
A. Like Sancho, Cugoano is asking for someone's help in passing on his message.
B. Like Sancho, Cugoano is hoping that some of the Africans held in captivity will be released.
C. Like Sancho, Cugoano is speaking out against the horrible practice of slavery.
D. Like Sancho, Cugoano is trying to become a widely read writer and respected philosopher.Quiz 6 (100%)Word Meaning in the Preface to A Dictionary of the English LanguageQuestion 1 Answer: D
D. strives to emphasize the effort his dictionary required.Read the excerpts from Samuel Johnson's preface to A Dictionary of the English Language.
Thus have I laboured by settling the orthography, displaying the analogy, regulating the structures, and ascertaining the signification of English words, to perform all the parts of a faithful lexicographer: but I have not always executed my own scheme, or satisfied my own expectations.
The underlined word emerges as a key term in the preface because Johnson
A. hints at the economic importance of his dictionary.
B. hopes that his dictionary will enlighten the uneducated.
C. seeks literary recognition for his publication.
D. strives to emphasize the effort his dictionary required.Question 2 Answer:
C. explains words' origins and variations.Read the excerpt from Samuel Johnson's preface to A Dictionary of the English Language.
The two languages from which our primitives have been derived are the Roman and Teutonick: under the Roman I comprehend the French and provincial tongues; and under the Teutonick range the Saxon, German, and all their kindred dialects.
The underlined word emerges as a key term in Johnson's preface because it
A. clarifies words' pronunciations.
B. questions words' literary importance.
C. explains words' origins and variations.
D. offers criticism of words' common usages.Question 3 Answer:
B. an expression of disapproval or condemnationRead the sentence from Samuel Johnson's preface to A Dictionary of the English Language.
It is the fate of those who toil at the lower employments of life, to be rather driven by the fear of evil, than attracted by the prospect of good; to be exposed to censure, without hope of praise.
What is the best definition of the underlined word as it is used in the sentence?
A. a statement of wit or amusement
B. an expression of disapproval or condemnation
C. a sentiment of indifference or apathy
D. an exclamation of profound admiration or esteemQuestion 4 Answer:
B. searched literature and found more words.Read the excerpt from Samuel Johnson's preface to A Dictionary of the English Language.
But to COLLECT the WORDS of our language was a task of greater difficulty: the deficiency of dictionaries was immediately apparent; and when they were exhausted, what was yet wanting must be sought by fortuitous and unguided excursions into books, and gleaned as industry should find, or chance should offer it, in the boundless chaos of a living speech. My search, however, has been either skilful or lucky; for I have much augmented the vocabulary.
The excerpt claims that Johnson's work is significant because he
A. changed the format of dictionaries.
B. searched literature and found more words.
C. applied rules to make language less chaotic.
D. selected only the most difficult words to define.Question 5 Answer:
C. components, or parts, of words.Read the excerpts from Samuel Johnson's preface to A Dictionary of the English Language.
In both excerpts, the word structure refers to the
A. ways a dictionary is assembled.
B. organization of alphabetical entries.
C. components, or parts, of words.
D. places, or institutions, that house books.Question 6 Answer:
A. unlucky or unfortunate; pitiableRead the sentence from Samuel Johnson's preface to A Dictionary of the English Language.
And such is the fate of hapless lexicography, that not only darkness, but light, impedes and distresses it; things may be not only too little, but too much known, to be happily illustrated.
What is the best definition of the underlined word as it is used in the sentence?
A. unlucky or unfortunate; pitiable
B. unknown or unfamiliar; mysterious
C. without intelligence; foolish
D. without tenderness; harshQuestion 7 Answer:
D. In excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests steps toward a particular goal.Read the excerpts from Samuel Johnson's preface to A Dictionary of the English Language.
Which statement best describes the use of the underlined word in the excerpts?
A. In excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the physical act of moving.
B. In excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests scientific discoveries.
C. In excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the gradual march of time.
D. In excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests steps toward a particular goal.Question 8 Answer:
D. pure, genuineRead the sentence from Samuel Johnson's preface to A Dictionary of the English Language.
I have studiously endeavoured to collect examples and authorities from the writers before the restoration, whose works I regard as the wells of English undefiled, as the pure sources of genuine diction.
Which words in the sentence help readers determine the meaning of the word undefiled?
A. studiously, endeavoured
B. examples, authorities
C. writers, restoration
D. pure, genuineQuestion 9 Answer:
A. luxurious
C. elegant
E. fashionableWhich words have positive connotations? Check all that apply.
A. luxurious
B. arrogant
C. elegant
D. pretentious
E. fashionableQuestion 10 Answer:
A. reflects considerable literary research.Read the excerpt from Samuel Johnson's preface to A Dictionary of the English Language.
The solution of all difficulties, and the supply of all defects, must be sought in the examples, subjoined to the various senses of each word, and ranged according to the time of their authours.
When first I collected these authorities, I was desirous that every quotation should be useful to some other end than the illustration of a word; I therefore extracted from philosophers principles of science; from historians remarkable facts; from chymists complete processes; from divines striking exhortations; and from poets beautiful descriptions.
The excerpt suggests that Johnson's work is significant because it
A. reflects considerable literary research.
B. includes colorful drawings and illustrations.
C. is used by authorities in many fields of study.
D. explains many scientific principles.Quiz 7 (100%)Enlightenment Ideas in AmericaQuestion 1 Answer: A
A. Jefferson uses words with neutral connotations to present a claim based on reason and precedent.Read the excerpt from the Declaration of Independence.
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness. That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government . . .
Which statement best describes the relationship between Jefferson's diction and his purpose?
A. Jefferson uses words with neutral connotations to present a claim based on reason and precedent.
B. Jefferson uses words with positive connotations to praise his listeners for their political activism.
C. Jefferson uses words with neutral connotations to suggest that there is no urgency to his message.
D. Jefferson uses words with positive connotations to encourage peaceful relations with Britain.Question 2 Answer:
B. injustice and oppressionRead the excerpt from the Declaration of Sentiments.
He has compelled her to submit to laws, in the formation of which she had no voice.
He has withheld from her rights which are given to the most ignorant and degraded men—both natives and foreigners.
What ideas are associated with the words compelled and withheld?
A. doubt and confusion
B. injustice and oppression
C. courage and bravery
D. praise and recognitionQuestion 3 Answer:
B. Stanton uses words with negative connotations to emphasize the persecution of women.Read the excerpt from the Declaration of Sentiments.
He has made her, morally, an irresponsible being, as she can commit many crimes with impunity, provided they be done in the presence of her husband. In the covenant of marriage, she is compelled to promise obedience to her husband, he becoming, to all intents and purposes, her master—the law giving him power to deprive her of her liberty, and to administer chastisement.
Which statement best describes the relationship between Stanton's diction and her purpose?
A. Stanton uses words with positive connotations to encourage women to discover their voices.
B. Stanton uses words with negative connotations to emphasize the persecution of women.
C. Stanton uses words with positive connotations to highlight women's road toward social progress.
D. Stanton uses words with negative connotations to criticize women for their apathy.Question 4 Answer:
A. prevent
D. obstructing
E. refusingRead the excerpt from the Declaration of Independence.
He has endeavoured to prevent the population of these States; for that purpose obstructing the Laws of Naturalization of Foreigners; refusing to pass others to encourage their migration hither, and raising the conditions of new Appropriations of Lands.
Which words in the excerpt have negative connotations? Choose three answer options.
A. prevent
B. population
C. purpose
D. obstructing
E. refusingQuestion 5 Answer:
B. a women's rights conventionConsider the chart.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton first delivered her Declaration of Sentiments to __________.
A. state lawmakers
B. a women's rights convention
C. a community activist group
D. college studentsQuestion 6 Answer:
C. to acknowledge the difficulty of challenging the status quoRead the excerpts from historical documents.
From the Declaration of Independence:
. . . all experience hath shown, that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed.
From the Declaration of Sentiments:
. . . all experience hath shown that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they were accustomed.
Why do Jefferson and Stanton include these similar excerpts in their documents?
A. to highlight the physical pain of oppression
B. to establish their personal connections to their causes
C. to acknowledge the difficulty of challenging the status quo
D. to applaud lawmakers for their efforts to bring about changeQuestion 7 Answer:
B. to convince readers that Britain has treated the colonists unfairlyRead the excerpt from the Declaration of Independence.
Nor have We been wanting in attention to our Brittish brethren. We have warned them from time to time of attempts by their legislature to extend an unwarrantable jurisdiction over us. We have reminded them of the circumstances of our emigration and settlement here. We have appealed to their native justice and magnanimity, and we have conjured them by the ties of our common kindred to disavow these usurpations, which would inevitably interrupt our connections and correspondence. They too have been deaf to the voice of justice and of consanguinity.
What is the author's purpose in this excerpt?
A. to inform readers about British immigration to the colonies
B. to convince readers that Britain has treated the colonists unfairly
C. to inform readers about specific acts of British military aggression
D. to convince readers that American colonists should be tried in BritainQuestion 8 Answer:
C. because they are powerful calls to change that define their causesRead the excerpts from historical documents.
From the Declaration of Independence:
. . . That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness.
From the Declaration of Sentiments:
Whenever any form of government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the right of those who suffer from it to refuse allegiance to it, and to insist upon the institution of a new government, laying its foundation on such principles, and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their safety and happiness.
Why do Jefferson and Stanton include these similar excerpts in their documents?
A. because they are heartfelt praises intended to applaud activists
B. because they mention the Founding Fathers in an attempt to inspire
C. because they are powerful calls to change that define their causes
D. because they are battle cries that demand physical confrontationQuestion 9 Answer:
D. If the food bank collects one hundred more cans, it will be fully stocked.Which statement uses logos as a rhetorical appeal?
A. No young child should go to bed feeling hungry.
B. The committee has experience with staffing and operating food banks.
C. Without food banks, families would face the empty shelves of their pantries.
D. If the food bank collects one hundred more cans, it will be fully stocked.Question 10 Answer:
B. astuteRead the sentence.
Kev's keen insights and ________ comments impressed the judges throughout the debate.
Which word completes the sentence with the most positive connotations?
A. inept
B. astute
C. adequate
D. satisfactoryQuiz 8 (100%)Writing a Research-Based Informative Essay about LanguageQuestion 1 Answer:
C. preproduction, production, postproductionRead an excerpt from an article that Max is using to provide evidence for his paper on filmmaking.
Filmmaking can be broken down into three phases. The preproduction phase includes things such as securing financing for the film, writing the script, scouting locations, and hiring cast and crew. In the production phase the actual recording of the video and audio takes place. This phase also includes things such as setting up cameras, electricity, lights, and sound. Makeup, costume, and set designers are on hand during this phase as well. Finally, during the postproduction phase, the film is edited, sound and visual effects are inserted, and a music score is added.
Max wants to organize this information into a table with three columns. Which is the best way to sort the information?
A. cast, crew, editor
B. finance, camera, effects
C. preproduction, production, postproduction
D. makeup design, set design, costume designQuestion 2 Answer: B
B. changing "it's" to "it is"Read the sentence.
Before attempting to undertake a career in the film industry, it's important to investigate the skills and qualifications required, as one should with any job.
To put the sentence in formal style, which is the best revision to make?
A. changing "undertake" to "go for"
B. changing "it's" to "it is"
C. changing "investigate" to "check out"
D. changing "job" to "gig"Question 3 Answer:
D. a speculation about the continued importance of Foley workRead the paragraph.
In conclusion, the work of Foley artists is only one step in the overall filmmaking process. By adding the appropriate sound effects, Foley artists create a level of realism that helps the audience embrace the premise of the film, whether it is some crazy alien adventure or something based on everyday life.
Which is the best thing the writer could add to improve the conclusion?
A. a sentence about where the term Foley came from
B. a quote from a Foley artist about how fun it is to work in film
C. a question about where Foley artists record sounds
D. a speculation about the continued importance of Foley workQuestion 4 Answer:
A. the introductionRead the paragraph.
When most people think of movie careers, they think of actors or directors. But the film industry has a multitude of career opportunities available in all stages of the film production process. Of these, visual effects is one of the most creative and exciting fields. The visual effects field has exploded in importance and offers opportunities for both technical and creative expression.
What is the best place to put this paragraph in an essay?
A. the introduction
B. body paragraph 1
C. body paragraph 3
D. the conclusionQuestion 5 Answer:
C. The mechanics and organization are good, but sentences 1 and 3 should be edited to achieve a formal style and objective tone.Read the paragraph.
1. In conclusion, of all the possible careers in film, the producer's job is the one that's really cool. 2. Among its many prerequisites, the job of the producer requires creativity, leadership, and communication skills, along with superior organizational skills. 3. It'll keep you on your toes, that's for sure.
Which is the best peer evaluation of the conclusion?
A. The details and mechanics are good, but sentences 2 and 3 should be reorganized to include logical transitions.
B. The word choice and style are good, but there are punctuation and organizational errors in sentences 1 and 2.
C. The mechanics and organization are good, but sentences 1 and 3 should be edited to achieve a formal style and objective tone.
D. The tone and style are good, but errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation in sentences 1, 2, and 3 should be fixed.Question 6 Answer:
D. thesisThe __________ in an essay should contain the essay's topic and viewpoint.
A. evidence
B. focus
C. purpose
D. thesisQuestion 7 Answer:
C. prewritingDuring which part of the writing process should a writer do research to gather evidence?
A. brainstorming
B. drafting
C. prewriting
D. revisingQuestion 8 Answer:
C. it is some crazy alien adventureRead the paragraph.
In conclusion, the work of Foley artists is only one step in the overall filmmaking process. By adding the appropriate sound effects, Foley artists create a level of realism that helps the audience embrace the premise of the film, whether it is some crazy alien adventure or something based on everyday life.
Which phrase should be revised to match the objective tone and formal style of the rest of the paragraph?
A. work of Foley artists is only one step
B. Foley artists create a level of realism
C. it is some crazy alien adventure
D. something based on everyday lifeQuestion 9 Answer:
D. 2, 3, 1Read the body paragraphs from an essay on sound effects in film.
1. Here comes the fun part. You get to use all those props to create sound effects. So start breaking that celery and crunching that cellophane!
2. You'll need to be prepared before you start recording. Planning ahead is crucial. Make a list of everything in the film scene that could make a noise, whether it's a piece of clothing rustling or a bunch of leaves skittering.
3. Now that you've got your list, it's time to assemble your "noisemakers." You can find useful information online for what to use to make the best sounds. For example, to make the sound of walking on snow, you put corn starch in a leather pouch.
What is the most logical way to organize these body paragraphs?
A. 2, 1, 3
B. 1, 3, 2
C. 3, 2, 1
D. 2, 3, 1Question 10 Answer:
B. communications devices available over the last century.Read the prompt for Alina's paper.
Write an informative essay explaining the evolution of communication technology, from the invention of the telephone to the modern use of communication devices.
The best way for Alina to gather evidence to develop her paper is to research the
A. different models of current communications devices.
B. communications devices available over the last century.
C. inventors of the various types of communication technology.
D. pros and cons of video-conferencing communication technology.
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