The detail the author leaves uncertain in this excerpt is "why the narrator sat in a carriage that was deserted."
Which detail does the author leave uncertain in this excerpt?
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Responses
why the narrator left the train at the wooden platform
why the narrator left the train at the wooden platform
why the crowd of people was not allowed in the carriage
why the crowd of people was not allowed in the carriage
why the train was delayed and then moved slowly
why the train was delayed and then moved slowly
why the narrator sat in a carriage that was deserted
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"The Most Dangerous Game" by Richard Connell
Use the passage from “The Most Dangerous Game” to answer the question.
How does the author communicate the theme of the irony of civilization?
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Responses
by emphasizing Rainsford's objections to treating other humans as prey
by emphasizing Rainsford's objections to treating other humans as prey
by positioning hunting as a continuation of war games off the battlefield
by positioning hunting as a continuation of war games off the battlefield
by establishing the underlying differences between humans and animals
by establishing the underlying differences between humans and animals
by contrasting General Zaroff's refined manners with his brutish view of humankind
Use the passage from “The Most Dangerous Game” to answer the question.
How does the author communicate the theme of the irony of civilization?
(1 point)
Responses
by emphasizing Rainsford's objections to treating other humans as prey
by emphasizing Rainsford's objections to treating other humans as prey
by positioning hunting as a continuation of war games off the battlefield
by positioning hunting as a continuation of war games off the battlefield
by establishing the underlying differences between humans and animals
by establishing the underlying differences between humans and animals
by contrasting General Zaroff's refined manners with his brutish view of humankind
The author communicates the theme of the irony of civilization by contrasting General Zaroff's refined manners with his brutish view of humankind. This contrast highlights the hypocrisy of civilization, where outward sophistication can coexist with savage instincts.
She arose at length and opened the door to her sister’s importunities. There was a feverish triumph in her eyes, and she carried herself unwittingly like a goddess of Victory. She clasped her sister’s waist, and together they descended the stairs. Richards stood waiting for them at the bottom.
Some one was opening the front door with a latchkey. It was Brently Mallard who entered, a little travel-stained, composedly carrying his grip-sack and umbrella. He had been far from the scene of accident, and did not even know there had been one. He stood amazed at Josephine’s piercing cry; at Richards’ quick motion to screen him from the view of his wife.
But Richards was too late.
When the doctors came they said she had died of heart disease—of joy that kills.
Use the paragraphs to answer the question.
What switch in setting occurs in these paragraphs?
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Responses
Mrs. Mallard exits her private sphere and enters a medical environment.
Mrs. Mallard exits her private sphere and enters a medical environment.
Mrs. Mallard goes back inside her house through the front door.
Mrs. Mallard goes back inside her house through the front door.
Mrs. Mallard leaves her room and returns to a public space.
Mrs. Mallard leaves her room and returns to a public space.
Mrs. Mallard leaves her house and observes nature in a new way.
Mrs. Mallard leaves her house and observes nature in a new way.
Some one was opening the front door with a latchkey. It was Brently Mallard who entered, a little travel-stained, composedly carrying his grip-sack and umbrella. He had been far from the scene of accident, and did not even know there had been one. He stood amazed at Josephine’s piercing cry; at Richards’ quick motion to screen him from the view of his wife.
But Richards was too late.
When the doctors came they said she had died of heart disease—of joy that kills.
Use the paragraphs to answer the question.
What switch in setting occurs in these paragraphs?
(1 point)
Responses
Mrs. Mallard exits her private sphere and enters a medical environment.
Mrs. Mallard exits her private sphere and enters a medical environment.
Mrs. Mallard goes back inside her house through the front door.
Mrs. Mallard goes back inside her house through the front door.
Mrs. Mallard leaves her room and returns to a public space.
Mrs. Mallard leaves her room and returns to a public space.
Mrs. Mallard leaves her house and observes nature in a new way.
Mrs. Mallard leaves her house and observes nature in a new way.
The switch in setting that occurs in these paragraphs is Mrs. Mallard leaves her room and returns to a public space.
by William Shakespeare
JULIET.
Sweet, so would I.
Yet I should kill thee with much cherishing.
Good night, good night. Parting is such sweet sorrow,
That I shall say 'Good night' till it be morrow.
From Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare
Use the excerpt from Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare to answer the question.
Which line of dialogue contains a paradox?
(1 point)
Responses
Sweet, so would I.
Sweet, so would I.
That I shall say 'Good night' till it be morrow.
That I shall say 'Good night' till it be morrow.
Yet I should kill thee with much cherishing.
Yet I should kill thee with much cherishing.
Good night, good night. Parting is such sweet sorrow,
JULIET.
Sweet, so would I.
Yet I should kill thee with much cherishing.
Good night, good night. Parting is such sweet sorrow,
That I shall say 'Good night' till it be morrow.
From Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare
Use the excerpt from Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare to answer the question.
Which line of dialogue contains a paradox?
(1 point)
Responses
Sweet, so would I.
Sweet, so would I.
That I shall say 'Good night' till it be morrow.
That I shall say 'Good night' till it be morrow.
Yet I should kill thee with much cherishing.
Yet I should kill thee with much cherishing.
Good night, good night. Parting is such sweet sorrow,
The line of dialogue that contains a paradox is "Yet I should kill thee with much cherishing." This line presents the contradictory ideas of cherishing (which implies affection) and killing (which implies harm), creating a paradox.
Use the sentence to answer the question.
Life is like a box of chocolates; you never know what you’re going to get.
Why is this an example of an analogy?
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Responses
It uses vivid language to paint a picture for the reader.
It uses vivid language to paint a picture for the reader.
It compares two unlike things while elaborating why they are similar to each other.
It compares two unlike things while elaborating why they are similar to each other.
It suggests a literal instead of a figurative interpretation.
It suggests a literal instead of a figurative interpretation.
It contains the words like or as in its structure.
Life is like a box of chocolates; you never know what you’re going to get.
Why is this an example of an analogy?
(1 point)
Responses
It uses vivid language to paint a picture for the reader.
It uses vivid language to paint a picture for the reader.
It compares two unlike things while elaborating why they are similar to each other.
It compares two unlike things while elaborating why they are similar to each other.
It suggests a literal instead of a figurative interpretation.
It suggests a literal instead of a figurative interpretation.
It contains the words like or as in its structure.
This is an example of an analogy because it compares two unlike things while elaborating why they are similar to each other. In this case, life is compared to a box of chocolates, highlighting the unpredictability of both.
"Sinking and Swaddled" from Deadheading and Other Stories © Beth Gilstrap. Published by Red Hen Press, 2021.
Use the passage to answer the question.
Which best describes the tone that is used in this excerpt?
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Responses
formal
formal
sincere
sincere
pessimistic
pessimistic
sorrowful
Use the passage to answer the question.
Which best describes the tone that is used in this excerpt?
(1 point)
Responses
formal
formal
sincere
sincere
pessimistic
pessimistic
sorrowful
Without the specific passage to analyze, I can’t determine the exact tone. However, if you’re looking for a general guide based on the options given, you might consider the context and the themes present in the work.
If the passage conveys a sense of loss or an acknowledgment of difficult emotions, sorrowful or pessimistic might be appropriate. If it reflects genuine feelings or heartfelt expression, then sincere would fit. If the language is structured and elevated, formal could be the right choice.
Please provide the excerpt if you would like me to give a more precise answer based on the text.