Since as long as anyone can remember, teenagers in Maker’s Valley have skated the dried-up canals all summer long. It’s practically a town attraction to stop by and watch them kick and flip and roll. This summer, though, the whole town sensed a change. The M.V. Rollers had big plans, and the rise of their team was something to behold.
What did the writer do to establish a point of view?
(1 point)
Responses
used omniscient perspective to show the narrator knows everything there is to know
used omniscient perspective to show the narrator knows everything there is to know
used second-person pronouns to bring the reader into the story
used second-person pronouns to bring the reader into the story
used limited perspective to focus on a particular character
used limited perspective to focus on a particular character
used first-person pronouns to tell the story from the character’s perspective
used first-person pronouns to tell the story from the character’s perspective
Question 27
A)How can flashbacks create a sense of mystery in a story?(1 point)
Responses
They can show a character during a childhood moment to give readers insight into how the character developed.
They can show a character during a childhood moment to give readers insight into how the character developed.
They can shock the reader by using the past to explain what caused something that is happening in the present.
They can shock the reader by using the past to explain what caused something that is happening in the present.
They can give the reader information some characters do not have about a tense situation.
They can give the reader information some characters do not have about a tense situation.
They can reveal information about the past that gives readers clues about something happening in the present.
They can reveal information about the past that gives readers clues about something happening in the present.
Question 28
A)
Use the plot descriptions to answer the question.
Plot line #1: Lucia is a tax lawyer in Texas. She finds out that some businesses have not been paying their fair share of taxes. They will soon if she has anything to say about it.
Plot line #2: Trent has just inherited a business in Texas. He is perplexed by some of what he finds when he reviews the business’s financial records—but his top priority is proving to his parents that he can keep the business strong.
How effectively would these plot lines work in the same narrative?
(1 point)
Responses
not effectively, because the characters have different goals
not effectively, because the characters have different goals
effectively, because the characters have competing interests
effectively, because the characters have competing interests
effectively, because the characters have similar motivations
effectively, because the characters have similar motivations
not effectively, because the characters seem like they might dislike each other
not effectively, because the characters seem like they might dislike each other
Question 29
A)
Use the paragraph to answer the question.
There was a moment of silence. Everyone seemed unsure whether to laugh or take the announcement seriously. If what they’d said over the loudspeaker was true, everything was about to change.
Which revision would introduce a simile to make the description more vivid?
(1 point)
Responses
add “hysterically” after “laugh”
add “hysterically” after “laugh”
add “that lasted ages” after “silence”
add “that lasted ages” after “silence”
add “as thick as syrup” after “a moment of silence”
add “as thick as syrup” after “a moment of silence”
add “intense” after “a moment of”
add “intense” after “a moment of”
Question 30
A)
Use the story summary to answer the question.
Jan is taking an advanced physics course. He considers science one of his stronger subjects at school, but he is struggling on homework and tests for this class. When his teacher, Mrs. Teller, offers to give him extra help, he is too embarrassed to accept. Eventually, Jan’s grades take a turn for the worse and he second-guesses his refusal.
If the writer of this story wants to focus on the theme of emotional growth, which would be the best closing line for this narrative?
(1 point)
Responses
Jan hesitated to reach out to Mrs. Teller, unsure of what he should do.
Jan hesitated to reach out to Mrs. Teller, unsure of what he should do.
At the end of class, Jan approached Mrs. Teller’s desk and asked, “Is that offer for extra help still open?”
At the end of class, Jan approached Mrs. Teller’s desk and asked, “Is that offer for extra help still open?”
Deciding to power through his difficulties on his own, Jan stayed up late doing his physics homework every night.
Deciding to power through his difficulties on his own, Jan stayed up late doing his physics homework every night.
“Mrs. Teller,” Jan said as the rest of the class left for the day, “I’ve decided to transfer out of this class.”
“Mrs. Teller,” Jan said as the rest of the class left for the day, “I’ve decided to transfer out of this class.”
Question 31
A)What best describes the structure of a rondeau poem?(1 point)
Responses
Each line or stanza starts with the same word or phrase.
Each line or stanza starts with the same word or phrase.
It has three stanzas of five, four, and six lines.
It has three stanzas of five, four, and six lines.
It usually tells a story and has a specific rhyme scheme.
It usually tells a story and has a specific rhyme scheme.
There are 14 lines arranged in a specific way.
There are 14 lines arranged in a specific way.
3 answers
Here are the answers to your questions:
Question 26:
What did the writer do to establish a point of view? Response: used omniscient perspective to show the narrator knows everything there is to know
Question 27:
How can flashbacks create a sense of mystery in a story? Response: They can reveal information about the past that gives readers clues about something happening in the present.
Question 28:
How effectively would these plot lines work in the same narrative? Response: effectively, because the characters have competing interests
Question 29:
Which revision would introduce a simile to make the description more vivid? Response: add “as thick as syrup” after “a moment of silence”
Question 30:
If the writer of this story wants to focus on the theme of emotional growth, which would be the best closing line for this narrative? Response: At the end of class, Jan approached Mrs. Teller’s desk and asked, “Is that offer for extra help still open?”
Question 31:
What best describes the structure of a rondeau poem? Response: It has three stanzas of five, four, and six lines.
Feel free to ask if you need further assistance!
Question 32
A)
Use the haiku to answer the question.
Dim, dangerous clouds
stampede across the sky. Where
did the sun go hide?
How does the use of alliteration contribute to the overall mood of the haiku?
(1 point)
Responses
The repetition of the harsh “d” sound helps to create a foreboding mood.
The repetition of the harsh “d” sound helps to create a foreboding mood.
The repetition of the “s” sound reinforces the idea that the speaker is not trustworthy.
The repetition of the “s” sound reinforces the idea that the speaker is not trustworthy.
The repetition of the “d” sound creates a sense of certainty in the poem.
The repetition of the “d” sound creates a sense of certainty in the poem.
The repetition of “s” sounds creates a sense of gentleness and peace.
The repetition of “s” sounds creates a sense of gentleness and peace.
The answer to your question about the haiku is:
How does the use of alliteration contribute to the overall mood of the haiku? Response: The repetition of the harsh “d” sound helps to create a foreboding mood.
This choice aligns with the imagery and tone set by the words to convey a sense of danger and tension in the poem. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!
