The passage is most likely an example of a theme. The story illustrates themes of perseverance, determination, and overcoming adversity, as the gymnast trains hard and overcomes obstacles to return to competition after her injury.
Use the sentences below to answer the question. A gymnast suffers an injury and is unable to compete in the state meet. She spends the next year training even harder and overcoming many obstacles until she is finally healthy enough to compete again. This passage is most likely an example of which element? (1 point) Responses a main idea a main idea a setting a setting a theme a theme an analysis
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Use the paragraph to answer the question. Jacques reached the front of the line, where a midshipman was signing on men. He asked each man only a few questions, turning none of his prospects away. Apparently, the Orion was in need of hands—in a hurry. Jacques briefly answered a question about his work skills, and the midshipman nodded his approval. Jacques could join the crew of the Orion. "Sign your name or your mark here," the midshipman said, pointing to a spot in a record book. Which important detail should be included in a summary of this paragraph? (1 point) Responses Jacques answered questions. Jacques answered questions. The midshipman asked Jacques to sign his name. The midshipman asked Jacques to sign his name. Jacques joined the crew of the Orion Jacques joined the crew of the Orion The midshipman approved of Jacques.
The important detail that should be included in a summary of this paragraph is Jacques joined the crew of the Orion. This detail captures the main outcome of the events described in the paragraph.
Use the excerpt to answer the question. Reid stood in the doorway of the kitchen and took a deep breath. Then he took another deep breath. Crystal, his little sister, was standing in the middle of what looked like a cloud of flour. Her face looked like it was about to crumble. "The bag fell when I was trying to get a box of cereal, and when I tried to clean it up I just made it worse!" Reid walked to the broom closet and took out a broom, dustpan, and vacuum cleaner. "Go get some towels and a bucket of water. It's okay. We will get this cleaned up together." Crystal no longer looked like she would cry. "Thanks, Reid!" She ran to the linen closet to gather more supplies. Which theme is developed in the excerpt? (1 point) Responses Big problems seem smaller with help. Big problems seem smaller with help. It takes time to do a job well. It takes time to do a job well. Being careless will cause unexpected problems. Being careless will cause unexpected problems. It is important to keep a clean home.
The theme developed in the excerpt is Big problems seem smaller with help. Reid reassures Crystal and offers to help her clean up the mess, showing that challenges can be managed more easily when someone steps in to assist.
Use the paragraph to answer the question. Daniella sat on her bedroom floor, her math book and scrap paper scattered around her. She buried her head in her hands. She couldn't wait until Jorge, her next-door neighbor and math genius, got there. She had texted him a few minutes ago asking if he could come help her study for her math exam, and, as always, he responded right away with an enthusiastic yes. He had helped her out so many times over the last few years. "Hi!" Daniella said cheerfully, her stress melting away at the sight of her neighbor at her door. "Hey," Jorge replied as he walked in her room. "Let's get to it!" "Thank you so much. I know I can always count on you to help me out!". Daniella said as she put her arm around Jorge. Jorge smiled. "I'm happy to help. Math is sort of my thing, you know." What do the events and the dialogue reveal about Jorge? (1 point) Responses Jorge is reliable. Jorge is reliable. Jorge is dishonest. Jorge is dishonest. Jorge is quiet. Jorge is quiet. Jorge is courageous.
The events and the dialogue reveal that Jorge is reliable. He consistently helps Daniella with her math studies, responds enthusiastically to her request for help, and makes her feel supported and less stressed.
Use the paragraph to answer the question. Jacques joined a group of men carrying boxes and barrels up the gangway to the ship's main deck. The thick smells and earsplitting noises nearly made Jacques lose his balance. The deck of the Orion was like a small marketplace full of shouting men working and cleaning, and bellowing, frightened animals. Which sentence best summarizes this paragraph? (1 point) Responses Jacques joined a group of men. Jacques joined a group of men. Jacques was strong enough to help carry boxes. Jacques was strong enough to help carry boxes. Jacques was startled by the loud noises on the deck. Jacques was startled by the loud noises on the deck. Jacques carried boxes onto the chaotic deck.
The sentence that best summarizes the paragraph is Jacques carried boxes onto the chaotic deck. This summary captures both Jacques's action of joining the group and the description of the environment on the deck.
Which of the following is the difference between Athenian direct democracy and American representative democracy? (1 point) Responses In a direct democracy, citizens elect others to represent them, and in representative democracy, citizens participate directly. In a direct democracy, citizens elect others to represent them, and in representative democracy, citizens participate directly. In a representative democracy the citizens are not allowed to vote for their representatives, and in a direct democracy citizens are allowed to elect representatives. In a representative democracy the citizens are not allowed to vote for their representatives, and in a direct democracy citizens are allowed to elect representatives. In a direct democracy, citizens participate directly in decision making, and in a representative democracy, citizens elect officials to make decisions on their behalf. In a direct democracy, citizens participate directly in decision making, and in a representative democracy, citizens elect officials to make decisions on their behalf. In a representative democracy the citizens are allowed to vote for their representatives, and in a direct democracy citizens are not allowed to particpate in the government. In a representative democracy the citizens are allowed to vote for their representatives, and in a direct democracy citizens are not allowed to particpate in the government. Skip to navigation
The correct response is: In a direct democracy, citizens participate directly in decision making, and in a representative democracy, citizens elect officials to make decisions on their behalf. This accurately captures the key difference between the two systems of government.
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