COMPARATIVE: In “Address to the Nation on the Explosion of the Space Shuttle Challenger,” President Reagan addresses the public about a national tragedy. In A Night to Remember, the tragedy is recounted through interviews with various people who experienced the Titanic’s crash. How do the different structures of the texts help to effectively communicate information regarding the tragedies? Are there advantages or disadvantages to the structure of either text? Which one do you prefer? Cite specific examples from the text to explain which structure better helps to effectively communicate information and make the author’s point.

"Address to the Nation on the Explosion of the Space Shuttle Challenger" is a speech given by President Reagan in the immediate aftermath of the Challenger disaster, whereas "A Night to Remember" is a non-fiction book written by Walter Lord about the sinking of the Titanic. The structure of the two texts is quite different, and each has its own advantages and disadvantages in terms of effectively communicating information about the tragedies.

One advantage of President Reagan's speech is that it is delivered in real-time, immediately following the event. This allows him to address the nation with a sense of urgency and to provide a sense of comfort and reassurance to the American people. Additionally, as the President, he has access to information about the disaster that the general public does not have, which allows him to provide a more detailed and accurate account of what happened.

On the other hand, A Night to Remember is written after the event, which allows Walter Lord to research, interview, and gather a great deal of information about the tragedy, including different perspectives and accounts of what happened. This allows him to provide a more in-depth and nuanced understanding of the event.

In terms of which structure is better at effectively communicating information and making the author's point, it is difficult to say, as it depends on the specific goals of the text. In President Reagan's speech, his primary goal is to provide a sense of comfort and reassurance to the American people, and in that regard, his structure is quite effective. On the other hand, A Night to Remember's primary goal is to provide a detailed and nuanced understanding of the event, which it does effectively.

In conclusion, both structures effectively communicate information about the tragedies in their own way, and the choice of structure depends on the specific goals of the text.

Apply what you’ve learned to these new excerpts.

From What is a Desert? by Emilia Jackson

Deserts are often described as hot and dry, but only one of those is true all the time. There are hot deserts, but cold deserts exist as well. Some areas, such as parts of Greenland, can have winter temperatures as cold as –2 degrees Celsius! Deserts are defined as areas with very little rain and snow—less than 26 centimeters per year, on average. Although there is usually very little water available in deserts, many plant and animal species make these areas their home.

From Desert Adaptations by Diallo Abara

It may seem surprising that plants and animals can live in the desert. After all, plants and animals need water to survive, and the very definition of a desert is that it is a place with hardly any water. In addition, many deserts are extremely hot during the day. How do plants and animals survive in this harsh climate?

Both plants and animals have adaptations—either behaviors or parts of their bodies—that help them to live in the desert. For example, fennec foxes have large ears that allow heat to leave their bodies more easily. Camels store fat in their humps, which their bodies break down into food and water when those provisions are unavailable. Many small desert animals stay out of the hot sun during the day and come out to eat at night.

How is Jackson’s purpose different from Abara’s purpose?

Jackson provides information about desert climate, while Abara explains how animals can live in the desert.

Jackson gives details about the areas of the world where deserts are found, while Abara explains what a desert is.

Jackson explains how much precipitation falls in a desert, while Abara relates what animals need to survive.

Jackson describes winter desert temperatures, while Abara explains how daytime and nighttime temperatures differ.

STORIES OF USEFUL INVENTIONS, excerpt
By S. E. Forman

1911

THE MATCH

There never was a time when the world was without fire, but there was a time when men did not know how to kindle fire; and after they learned how to kindle one, it was a long, long time before they learned how to kindle one easily. In these days we can kindle a fire without any trouble, because we can easily get a match; but we must remember that the match is one of the most wonderful things in the world, and that it took men thousands of years to learn how to make one. Let us learn the history of this familiar little object, the match.

Fire was first given to man by nature itself. When a forest is set on fire by cinders from a neighboring volcano, or when a tree is set ablaze by a thunderbolt, we may say that nature strikes a match. In the early history of the world, nature had to kindle all the fires, for man by his own effort was unable to produce a spark. The first method, then, of getting fire for use was to light sticks of wood at a flame kindled by nature—by a volcano, perhaps, or by a stroke of lightning. These firebrands were carried to the home and used in kindling the fires there. The fire secured in this way was carefully guarded and was kept burning as long as possible. But the flame, however faithfully watched, would sometimes be extinguished. A sudden gust of wind or a sudden shower would put it out. Then a new firebrand would have to be secured, and this often meant a long journey and a deal of trouble.

In 1827, John Walker, a druggist in a small English town, tipped a splint with sulphur, chlorate of potash, and sulphid of antimony, and rubbed it on sandpaper, and it burst into flame. The druggist had discovered the first friction-chemical match, the kind we use to-day. It is called friction-chemical because it is made by mixing certain chemicals together and rubbing them. Although Walker's match did not require the bottle of acid, nevertheless it was not a good one. It could be lighted only by hard rubbing, and it sputtered and threw fire in all directions. In a few years, however, phosphorus was substituted on the tip for antimony, and the change worked wonders. The match could now be lighted with very little rubbing, and it was no longer necessary to have sandpaper upon which to rub it. It would ignite when rubbed on any dry surface, and there was no longer any sputtering. This was the phosphorus match, the match with which we are so familiar.

Read the first sentence of the text:

There never was a time when the world was without fire, but there was a time when men did not know how to kindle fire; and after they learned how to kindle one, it was a long, long time before they learned how to kindle one easily.


What is the main purpose of this sentence in the essay?
A, To describe the misery of early human existence
B, To explain how early fires were started
C, To suggest humans have an easier life than we once did
D, To support the idea that matches really changed human life

Pretend that you are at the park babysitting. There are dozens of children playing on the playground. Use 3 onomatopoeias to describe the scene.

Write three nouns. Try and make up three words for each noun by making a rhyming word. Example: butterfly: tutterfly, wutterfly, shafutterfly

III. Type a short, funny story using invented words for as many things as you can.

Pretend you are in a world that has animals, birds, trees, useful tools, and people that have never been seen before. You are to invent names for all of them.

What are key details in an informational text?

the most important ideas in the text
information that tells when things are happening
ideas that the author most wants readers to know
pieces of information that directly support the central idea

Chris finds the poacher’s cabin and the snakes.



--

Chris learns that God never makes mistakes.



--

The plane crashes and Chris cannot find Tim.



--

Tim reveals that Tom Crockett is the quisling.



--

Chris meets Tim.



--

Tim gains Chris’s trust.



--CHOICES--

-introduction

-inciting incident

-denouement

-falling action

-rising action

-crisis

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What is the central idea of an informational text?

the most important idea in the text
the examples the author uses
the way the author feels about the topic
the reason the author wrote the text

Informational texts uses what type of organization?

A. Intro paragraph, body paragraphs, conclusion paragraph

B. Intro paragraph and body paragraphs

C. Intro paragraph and conclusion paragraph

D. Body paragraphs only


help please last question!!

the part of speech that adds to or changes a noun is called a(n) ___.
A. adverb
B. preposition
C. adjective
D. verb

Readers draw conclusions from a text when they ?

Type a short, funny story using invented words for as many things as you can.

Pretend you are in a world that has animals, birds, trees, useful tools, and people that have never been seen before. You are to invent names for all of them.

Author's’ word choice depends on all of the following EXCEPT:
A. content
B. audience
C. context
D. ideas

. Imagine Alice has returned from her journey down the rabbit hole and is retelling the events to her sister. Write a story from Alice's point of view, in which Alice explains what happened to her after she reached the bottom of the rabbit hole. Be sure to use dialogue to show how Alice's sister responds to the story. Use details from the passage in your response.

Describe in detail what your favorite color is. Explain why it is your favorite. Describe some things that are that color.

Describe your favorite stage performance. What did you enjoy about it?

Or:

What play or Broadway show would you like to see performed, and why?

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What are the punning words in the sentence "An elephant's opinion carries a lot of weight?"

Read the excerpt from "Freedom Walkers” by Russell Freedman.

E. D. Nixon and other black leaders wanted to take the entire bus segregation issue into federal court. They hoped to demonstrate that segregated buses were illegal under the U.S. Constitution. But first they needed the strongest possible case—the arrest of a black rider who was above reproach, a person of unassailable character and reputation who could withstand the closest scrutiny.

What is the most important information given about the Black leaders in this paragraph?

They wanted to bring the issue of segregation to court.
They wanted to bring the strongest case to court.
They wanted to prove that segregated buses were illegal.
They wanted to ask the arrested rider more questions.

Describe two details from Keller's narrative that support this purpose: to inform readers about the experience of having vision and hearing impairments. Explain how the details support this purpose.

In 1–2 sentences, explain what should be included in the outline for an argument. Use specific details to support your answer.(2 points) (I will rewrite in my own words)

What is historical context?
A. Stories that talk about history.
B. Novels that are important for history.
C. Historical fiction
D. The political, social, cultural, and economic conditions that produce a specific event or idea.

As the title of the discussion suggests, this part of the capstone is completely dedicated to providing a TECHNICAL analysis of the song.
Do a search for "literary devices" and see what you find, but you are looking for things like rhyme scheme, internal rhyme, external rhyme, personification, metaphor, simile, etc
Your technical analysis must comment on every line of the song and must discuss 5 Literary Devices
The song the bigger picture or tupac changes make sure you do the whole song and every line that makes senes has a Literary Devices with a expiation

STORIES OF USEFUL INVENTIONS, excerpt
By S. E. Forman

1911

THE MATCH

There never was a time when the world was without fire, but there was a time when men did not know how to kindle fire; and after they learned how to kindle one, it was a long, long time before they learned how to kindle one easily. In these days we can kindle a fire without any trouble, because we can easily get a match; but we must remember that the match is one of the most wonderful things in the world, and that it took men thousands of years to learn how to make one. Let us learn the history of this familiar little object, the match.

Fire was first given to man by nature itself. When a forest is set on fire by cinders from a neighboring volcano, or when a tree is set ablaze by a thunderbolt, we may say that nature strikes a match. In the early history of the world, nature had to kindle all the fires, for man by his own effort was unable to produce a spark. The first method, then, of getting fire for use was to light sticks of wood at a flame kindled by nature—by a volcano, perhaps, or by a stroke of lightning. These firebrands were carried to the home and used in kindling the fires there. The fire secured in this way was carefully guarded and was kept burning as long as possible. But the flame, however faithfully watched, would sometimes be extinguished. A sudden gust of wind or a sudden shower would put it out. Then a new firebrand would have to be secured, and this often meant a long journey and a deal of trouble.

In 1827, John Walker, a druggist in a small English town, tipped a splint with sulphur, chlorate of potash, and sulphid of antimony, and rubbed it on sandpaper, and it burst into flame. The druggist had discovered the first friction-chemical match, the kind we use to-day. It is called friction-chemical because it is made by mixing certain chemicals together and rubbing them. Although Walker's match did not require the bottle of acid, nevertheless it was not a good one. It could be lighted only by hard rubbing, and it sputtered and threw fire in all directions. In a few years, however, phosphorus was substituted on the tip for antimony, and the change worked wonders. The match could now be lighted with very little rubbing, and it was no longer necessary to have sandpaper upon which to rub it. It would ignite when rubbed on any dry surface, and there was no longer any sputtering. This was the phosphorus match, the match with which we are so familiar.


What is the main idea of the last paragraph?
A- Early matches were dangerous and awkward.
B- John Walker made the first match.
C - Phosphorus was the key to the modern match.
D - Walker's match was better than what came before.

An author claims that internet usage and screen time for teens should remain the same. They provide the following reason as support:

An awesome article in Kids Love Phones Magazine says there is no harm in spending all day on your phone, computer, or tablet. I completely agree! It would be heartbreaking for kids to give up something they love. It is a silly idea that grownups thought up to make themselves look smart. We do not deserve to be punished!

Which choice describes the support the author provides?

It is effective. It supports the claim clearly and logically with evidence.
It is emotional. It expresses personal feelings that cannot be backed with research.
It is irrelevant. It discusses a fact that is off topic and does not support the claim.
It is unverified. It does not cite a source to show where the information was found.


pls anwser quick

I. Write a cinquain of your own.
Remember to select adjectives that describe sight, sound, taste, smell and touch. These will help develop a stronger picture of what you are describing.

Topic - noun
Two adjectives
Three verbs that tell what the noun in the first line does
Phrase of four words
Repeat Topic - using a synonym or similar word for the noun

Type the text of your Cinquain in the space below.


II. Write a shaped poem.

Using your own initial, either first or last, write a short shaped poem. Use as many words as you can that begin with your initial. Write your poem and decorate it as imaginatively as possible. Save it to put in your poetry book.

CREATE YOUR OWN METAPHORS. (REMEMBER: MAKE DIRECT COMPARISONS without LIKE" OR "AS"); EXAMPLE: Friendship is a lifeboat that is always there in times of trouble. The spoon was_____, when I ___________.He ______ down the stairs, because he _________?

Please help me. I just need something quick that will help me understand and answer the question.

Can yall give me a paragraph on Heritage in our hands (80-100) words.
Thanks...

Create your own pen picture.

Pick a familiar subject and type a pen picture of your own. A pen picture is a very short, three-lined poem. Each line is a metaphor or description of the subject of the poem. The lesson titled "Poetic Forms (1)" has models to look at if you need them. Remember, poetry paints ideas using words. Share your pen picture with a friend.

The first step in her downward course was in her ceasing to instruct me. She now commenced to practice her husband's precepts. She finally became even more violent in her opposition than her husband himself. She was not satisfied with simply doing as well as he had commanded; she seemed anxious to do better. Nothing seemed to make her more angry than to see me with a newspaper. She seemed to think that here lay the danger. I have had her rush at me with a face made all up of fury, and snatch from me a newspaper, in a manner that fully revealed her apprehension. She was an apt woman; and a little experience soon demonstrated, to her satisfaction, that education and slavery were incompatible with each other

Based on this passage, and what you know of Douglass's viewpoint, what message does Douglas want to convey?
it says to write a small paragraph