"My mom is like a one-woman commando unit."
Find the simile in the passage and type it into your response.
My mom sighs. "We can't do this without you. Being around kids is good for Natalie." . . .
My mom is like a onewoman commando unit. She could win land battles, air battles, water battles, outer space battles too, probably. I wonder if there would be time to get Natalie and then get back to school in time to play ball with the guys. It would be embarrassing to have her there, but at least I could play.
From Gennifer Choldenko, Al Capone Does My Shirts. Copyright 2004 by Gennifer Choldenko
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Supporting Biliteracy
There are many good reasons to learn a second language. A second language can improve your understanding of your native language, open the door to new job opportunities, and help you learn about other cultures. Yet American students are less likely than European students to study foreign languages in school. To address this gap, several states have begun doing more to encourage biliteracy—the ability to read and write in two languages. California, New York, and Illinois are among the states that have passed laws establishing a state "Seal of Biliteracy." A Seal of Biliteracy shows that a student has achieved proficiency in a second language. Supporters of the seals say that they honor the importance of second-language learning. The seals also provide colleges and future employers with evidence of students' abilities.
What is the main, or central, idea of the passage?
Supporting Biliteracy
There are many good reasons to learn a second language. A second language can improve your understanding of your native language, open the door to new job opportunities, and help you learn about other cultures. Yet American students are less likely than European students to study foreign languages in school. To address this gap, several states have begun doing more to encourage biliteracy—the ability to read and write in two languages. California, New York, and Illinois are among the states that have passed laws establishing a state "Seal of Biliteracy." A Seal of Biliteracy shows that a student has achieved proficiency in a second language. Supporters of the seals say that they honor the importance of second-language learning. The seals also provide colleges and future employers with evidence of students' abilities.
What is the main, or central, idea of the passage?
The main idea of the passage is that learning a second language is important and beneficial, as it enhances understanding of one's native language, creates job opportunities, and fosters cultural awareness. To promote biliteracy, some states have introduced the "Seal of Biliteracy" to recognize students' proficiency in a second language.
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The aptly named Petit Pont a bridge in Paris just 65 feet wide and 105 feet long crosses the Seine at a point that has been used as a river crossing since the days of Julius Caesar.
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The aptly named Petit Pont a bridge in Paris just 65 feet wide and 105 feet long crosses the Seine at a point that has been used as a river crossing since the days of Julius Caesar.
The aptly named Petit Pont—a bridge in Paris just 65 feet wide and 105 feet long—crosses the Seine at a point that has been used as a river crossing since the days of Julius Caesar.
Find the error with subject-verb agreement. Select the incorrect verb and type it correctly.
The jar of marbles are on the top shelf between the crafts box and the dominoes. You'll need a step ladder to reach it.
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The jar of marbles are on the top shelf between the crafts box and the dominoes. You'll need a step ladder to reach it.
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are → is
the erro is, is
Apologies for the misunderstanding. The correct verb should be:
is
The sentence should read: "The jar of marbles is on the top shelf between the crafts box and the dominoes."
Thank you for your clarification!
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