Which sentence describes a key detail that you could use in a summary?
(1 point)
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The main character's best friend betrays him to the villains in order to save their own life.
Which sentence describes a key detail that you could use in a summary?
(1 point)
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The platypus has features similar to an otter and a beaver.
The platypus has features similar to an otter and a beaver.
The platypus lives in Africa.
The platypus lives in Africa.
The platypus is a mammal with many characteristics that make it unique.
The platypus is a mammal with many characteristics that make it unique.
The platypus uses an interesting method to consume its meals.
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Responses
The platypus has features similar to an otter and a beaver.
The platypus has features similar to an otter and a beaver.
The platypus lives in Africa.
The platypus lives in Africa.
The platypus is a mammal with many characteristics that make it unique.
The platypus is a mammal with many characteristics that make it unique.
The platypus uses an interesting method to consume its meals.
The platypus uses an interesting method to consume its meals.
What is the connection between the ideas in these sentences?
(1 point)
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problem and solution
problem and solution
comparison
comparison
cause and effect
cause and effect
contrast
(1 point)
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problem and solution
problem and solution
comparison
comparison
cause and effect
cause and effect
contrast
comparison
Which word or phrase describes the relationship between the ideas in the sentences?
(1 point)
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description
description
cause and effect
cause and effect
contrast
contrast
problem and solution
problem and solution
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description
description
cause and effect
cause and effect
contrast
contrast
problem and solution
problem and solution
contrast
Which word means the opposite of authentic as it is used in the paragraph?
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fast
fast
boring
boring
real
real
fake
(1 point)
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fast
fast
boring
boring
real
real
fake
fake
What does the analogy "they are called harmonic tremors, perhaps because of their constant release of energy, like one long song played underground" from the paragraph mean?
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Much like background music, little earthquakes tremor underground without much notice.
Much like background music, little earthquakes tremor underground without much notice.
When little earthquakes occur, they make sounds similar to music.
When little earthquakes occur, they make sounds similar to music.
The tremors from small earthquakes follow unpredictable patterns, unlike musical meter.
The tremors from small earthquakes follow unpredictable patterns, unlike musical meter.
The same amount of energy is released by music and small earthquakes.
The same amount of energy is released by music and small earthquakes.
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Much like background music, little earthquakes tremor underground without much notice.
Much like background music, little earthquakes tremor underground without much notice.
When little earthquakes occur, they make sounds similar to music.
When little earthquakes occur, they make sounds similar to music.
The tremors from small earthquakes follow unpredictable patterns, unlike musical meter.
The tremors from small earthquakes follow unpredictable patterns, unlike musical meter.
The same amount of energy is released by music and small earthquakes.
The same amount of energy is released by music and small earthquakes.
Skip to navigation
Much like background music, little earthquakes tremor underground without much notice.
Which word would give the sentence a positive tone if it replaced the word quiet?
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calm
calm
sullen
sullen
distracted
distracted
lonely
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calm
calm
sullen
sullen
distracted
distracted
lonely
calm
Which piece of evidence from the paragraph supports the inference that the artist is inspired by nature?
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His work requires physical strength.
His work requires physical strength.
He performs in front of a crowd.
He performs in front of a crowd.
He carves animals out of wood.
He carves animals out of wood.
He likes to be hands-on with his work.
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Responses
His work requires physical strength.
His work requires physical strength.
He performs in front of a crowd.
He performs in front of a crowd.
He carves animals out of wood.
He carves animals out of wood.
He likes to be hands-on with his work.
He carves animals out of wood.
Which option below contains an allusion?(1 point)
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She was a beautiful dancer. People were amazed by her gracefulness.
She was a beautiful dancer. People were amazed by her gracefulness.
My dogs are like two peas in a pod. They hate to be separated.
My dogs are like two peas in a pod. They hate to be separated.
Washing dishes makes me feel like Sisyphus. No matter how many I clean, more just keep piling up.
Washing dishes makes me feel like Sisyphus. No matter how many I clean, more just keep piling up.
His cat approached his food like a lion stalking his prey.
Responses
She was a beautiful dancer. People were amazed by her gracefulness.
She was a beautiful dancer. People were amazed by her gracefulness.
My dogs are like two peas in a pod. They hate to be separated.
My dogs are like two peas in a pod. They hate to be separated.
Washing dishes makes me feel like Sisyphus. No matter how many I clean, more just keep piling up.
Washing dishes makes me feel like Sisyphus. No matter how many I clean, more just keep piling up.
His cat approached his food like a lion stalking his prey.
Washing dishes makes me feel like Sisyphus. No matter how many I clean, more just keep piling up.
Which elements are important to include in a summary? Check all that apply.(2 points)
Responses
The main idea of the text
The main idea of the text
Interesting facts from the text
Interesting facts from the text
Your opinion about what you read
Your opinion about what you read
Key details from the text
Responses
The main idea of the text
The main idea of the text
Interesting facts from the text
Interesting facts from the text
Your opinion about what you read
Your opinion about what you read
Key details from the text
The main idea of the text
Key details from the text
Key details from the text
Which of these sentences should be included in a summary of this paragraph? Choose all that apply.
(3 points)
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Pugs were once the companions of emperors.
Pugs were once the companions of emperors.
Pugs have a round head, sparkling eyes, and a wrinkled brow.
Pugs have a round head, sparkling eyes, and a wrinkled brow.
The pug's motto is "a lot in a little."
The pug's motto is "a lot in a little."
Pugs are a lot of dog in a little body.
Pugs are a lot of dog in a little body.
Pugs are loved by many people around the world.
Pugs are loved by many people around the world.
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Responses
Pugs were once the companions of emperors.
Pugs were once the companions of emperors.
Pugs have a round head, sparkling eyes, and a wrinkled brow.
Pugs have a round head, sparkling eyes, and a wrinkled brow.
The pug's motto is "a lot in a little."
The pug's motto is "a lot in a little."
Pugs are a lot of dog in a little body.
Pugs are a lot of dog in a little body.
Pugs are loved by many people around the world.
Pugs are loved by many people around the world.
Pugs were once the companions of emperors.
Pugs have a round head, sparkling eyes, and a wrinkled brow.
Pugs are a lot of dog in a little body.
Pugs have a round head, sparkling eyes, and a wrinkled brow.
Pugs are a lot of dog in a little body.