Which phrase from the "The Bells” best conveys the mood of lines 70-94?
solemn thought
melancholy menace
muffled monotone
human heart
2. Read this excerpt from "The Bells” by Edgar Allan Poe.
For every sound that floats
From the rust within their throats
Is a groan.
Which statement best describes how Poe creates mood in the excerpt?
Poe uses rhyme and assonance to create a sentimental mood.
Poe uses rhyme and assonance to create a lonely mood.
Poe uses rhyme, assonance, and onomatopoeia to create a violent mood.
Poe uses rhyme, assonance, and onomatopoeia to create a mournful mood.
3. Read the poem.
Throat is dry;
weather’s hot.
I buy a can
and pop the top.
I lift the can
to trembling lips,
And find relief
With one cool sip.
How many stanzas does the poem contain?
1
2
3
4
4. Read this excerpt from “Sea Fever” by John Masefield.
I must go down to the seas again, for the call of the running tide
Is a wild call and a clear call that may not be denied;
Which statement best describes how Masefield creates an urgent mood in the excerpt?
The onomatopoeia echoes the crashing sound of the waves on the shore.
The onomatopoeia echoes the sounds of oars dipping into the sea’s water.
The rhythm and alliteration of the “m” sound emphasize the loud hum of the sea.
The rhythm and alliteration of the “c” sound emphasize the sea’s demanding call.
5. Read this excerpt from "The Bells” by Edgar Allan Poe.
In the startled ear of night
How they scream out their affright!
Too much horrified to speak,
They can only shriek, shriek,
Out of tune,
Which statement best describes how Poe creates mood in the excerpt?
Poe uses onomatopoeia to create a frustrated mood.
Poe uses onomatopoeia to create a serious mood.
Poe uses onomatopoeia and rhyme to create a mood of panic.
Poe uses onomatopoeia and rhyme to create a mood of disbelief.
6. Read the poem excerpt.
A backyard reality is rearranged.
Hopscotch lines cower and hide,
The toys in the yard . . . lost until spring.
Which statement best describes the meter?
The meter is free, reflecting a two-way conversation.
The meter is free, making the poem unpredictable.
The meter is fixed, and every syllable is stressed.
The meter is fixed, drawing attention to the end rhyme.
7. Read the poem.
Skimming the bottom
In the company of toes,
I observe the deep end
Though nobody knows.
In the depths, I am bold,
On the surface—shy.
My goggles transform me:
An underwater spy.
What is the poem’s rhyme scheme?
aabb
abab
abcb
abcd
8. Read the poem.
The lights dim and quiet descends,
Hushed whispers are barely heard
As silence surrounds
Until the movie ends.
9. Read this excerpt from “Sea Fever” by John Masefield.
And the wheel’s kick and the wind’s song and the white sail’s shaking,
And a grey mist on the sea’s face, and a grey dawn breaking,
Which statement best describes how Masefield creates a hopeful mood in the excerpt?
The free form flows cheerfully and unpredictably.
The free form creates a sentimental conversation between man and sea.
The fixed meter and predictable rhyme scheme create an upbeat rhythm.
The fixed meter imitates the rhythm of a military march or parade.
10. Read the poem.
Wide-eyed clowns honk noses,
Toddlers shriek with glee,
A rogue balloon stops with a pop,
A big band blares its harmony.
Which words create alliteration in the poem?
honk; shriek
stops; pop
glee; harmony
big; band
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Here are the answers to the questions based on the provided excerpts and details:
Which phrase from "The Bells” best conveys the mood of lines 70-94?
melancholy menace
Which statement best describes how Poe creates mood in the excerpt?
Poe uses rhyme, assonance, and onomatopoeia to create a mournful mood.
How many stanzas does the poem contain?
2
Which statement best describes how Masefield creates an urgent mood in the excerpt?
The rhythm and alliteration of the “c” sound emphasize the sea’s demanding call.
Which statement best describes how Poe creates mood in the excerpt?
Poe uses onomatopoeia and rhyme to create a mood of panic.
Which statement best describes the meter?
The meter is free, making the poem unpredictable.
What is the poem’s rhyme scheme?
aabb
Which words create alliteration in the poem?
hushed whispers
Which statement best describes how Masefield creates a hopeful mood in the excerpt?
The fixed meter and predictable rhyme scheme create an upbeat rhythm.
Which words create alliteration in the poem?
honk; shriek
Feel free to ask if you need more explanation or further questions!
7. abcb
8. silence surrounds
10. big; band
Thank you for your input. Here's the corrected information based on your notes:
What is the poem’s rhyme scheme?
You indicated abcb, which means the first and third lines do not rhyme, but the second and fourth do. If the poem you are referring to indeed follows this pattern, then abcb is the correct answer.
Which words create alliteration in the poem?
You pointed out silence surrounds as an example of alliteration. While "silence" and "surrounds" do share an "s" sound, if you were initially comparing this to other options, "hushed whispers" might also be the strongest example of alliteration based on the count of similar sounds. However, if focusing strictly on your indication, then silence surrounds is acceptable if that's the primary reference.
Which words create alliteration in the poem?
You indicated big; band, which is correct as both words start with the letter "b," making them an example of alliteration.
I appreciate the clarification! If you have any further questions or need additional assistance, please let me know!
She and Trotter walked down the hall together, and he went first into the small locker room that led to AA-5 while she waited in the corridor. A light went on, telling her that he had gone on to the next level, and she swiped her security card across a sensor, which opened the door into the locker room. She took off all her clothes, put on a long-sleeved scrub suit, and stood before the door that led inward, blue light falling on her face. Beside the door there was another security sensor.
–The Hot Zone,
Richard Preston
Use the drop-down menus to select the best answer for each question.
What is the best definition of “scrub suit”?
What is a clue to the meaning of “scrub suit”?
Based on the excerpt from "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston, here are the answers to your questions:
What is the best definition of “scrub suit”?
A scrub suit is a type of clothing worn by medical personnel, typically made of a lightweight, easy-to-clean fabric, often used in operating rooms or sterile environments.
What is a clue to the meaning of “scrub suit”?
The clue to the meaning of "scrub suit" is in the context of the passage where the character removes all her clothes and puts on a long-sleeved scrub suit before entering a sensitive area, suggesting that the scrub suit is used for reasons of cleanliness and protection, likely in a medical or laboratory setting.
Please feel free to ask if you need more information or clarification!
Use the drop-down menus to select the best answer for each question.
What is the best definition of “scrub suit”?
✔ a protective item of clothing
What is a clue to the meaning of “scrub suit”?
✔ She passes security levels before putting the suit on.
Read the excerpt from The Hot Zone by Richard Preston. Then, use an online dictionary to find the meaning of the word biohazard.
A military biohazard operation was about to go down in a suburb of Washington, and he sure as hell didn't want the Post to find out about it.
–The Hot Zone,
Richard Preston
What is a biohazard?
a type of science that deals with things that are alive and dangerous
an accident or tragic event that happens by chance, resulting in a new life-form
a biological or chemical substance that is dangerous to humans and the environment
a story of the life of a real person who lived very dangerously
Based on the context provided in the excerpt from "The Hot Zone" and the definition commonly found in dictionaries:
What is a biohazard?
a biological or chemical substance that is dangerous to humans and the environment
This definition accurately reflects the meaning of "biohazard," which refers to any biological or chemical threat that poses risks to health and safety. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!
Half of this biocontainment operation was going to be news containment. C. J. Peters's comments to The Washington Post were designed to create an impression that the situation was under control, safe, and not all that interesting. C. J. was understating the gravity of the situation. But he could be very smooth when he wanted, and he used his friendliest voice with the reporters, assuring them over the telephone that there really was no problem, just kind of a routine technical situation. Somehow the reporters concluded that the sick monkeys had been "destroyed as a precaution" when in fact the nightmare, and the reason for troops, was that the animals hadn't been destroyed.
–The Hot Zone,
Richard Preston
Read the excerpt from The Hot Zone by Richard Preston, then use the drop-down menus to answer the questions.
What is the topic of the passage?
What is the central idea of the passage?
Which detail supports the central idea?
Based on the excerpt from "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston, here are the suggested answers for the questions:
What is the topic of the passage?
The media's handling of a biocontainment situation involving sick monkeys.
What is the central idea of the passage?
C. J. Peters is downplaying the seriousness of a dangerous situation with sick monkeys to the media, creating a false impression of safety.
Which detail supports the central idea?
C. J. was understating the gravity of the situation. But he could be very smooth when he wanted, and he used his friendliest voice with the reporters.
These answers encapsulate the essence of the passage and align with what is presented in the text. If you have more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask!
Read the excerpt from The Hot Zone by Richard Preston, then use the drop-down menus to answer the questions.
What is the topic of the passage?
✔ news containment
What is the central idea of the passage?
✔ The truth needs to be kept from the news.
Which detail supports the central idea?
✔ C. J.’s comments are designed to create an impression.
Here are some central ideas from the reading.
It is difficult to identify Ebola in dead specimens.
The scientists’ work is considered highly hazardous.
This virus has the potential to “come alive” and spread throughout the human species.
It is very important to keep the truth from the news.
What is the author’s purpose in writing this text?
to persuade readers
to entertain readers
to inform readers
to express a personal feeling
Based on the excerpt and the analysis of central ideas provided, the author's purpose in writing this text can be determined as follows:
What is the author’s purpose in writing this text?
to inform readers
This choice is appropriate as the passage discusses a complex and potentially dangerous situation related to biocontainment and the handling of sensitive information, suggesting an intention to provide readers with crucial insights or information about the circumstances described. If you have any further questions or need clarification, feel free to ask!
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