I was, of course, too young to remember slavery or even that much of the war, but I could see certain aspects of what my mama meant. I could see what she meant in the way some white folks talked to colored folks, in the way some colored folks talked to white folks. I could see it in the shanties colored folks lived in on my daddy's land and in the clothes they wore and in the food they ate. I could see it in the towns when I went with my daddy: White folks were in charge. Still, when I was a small boy, that didn't bother me so much.

—The Land,
Mildred D. Taylor

Which quotations help the reader understand the historical setting? Check all that apply.

“I was, of course, too young to remember slavery or even that much of the war.”
“I could see what she meant in the way some white folks talked to colored folks.”
“White folks were in charge.”
“Still, when I was a small boy, that didn’t bother me so much.”

Answer: “I was, of course, too young to remember slavery or even that much of the war. I could see what she meant in the way some white folks talked to colored folks.”

How does jane feels about returning to thornfield ?

1.Jane feels nervous about being late and worries that she will be scolded.

2.Jane feels overwhelmed by the long walk she must make to get back to the house.

What is Beasts
of England and
what’s it’s
significance?

How does Egeus control Hermia in A Midsummer Nights Dream other than trying to force her to marry Demetrius?

Both Kenny and Rufus get unpleasant attention from other students at school. With which character do you sympathize more- Kenny or Rufus? Explain

Can someone do my homework it’s summarize

Which of the following ideas might be the central idea of the text
A. Concussions need to be taken seriously because they can be very harmful
B. Once you’ve gotten a concussion once it is easier to get another one
C. Kids should give us sports because they might get concussions
D. Girls get concussions more easily than boys

What can be a summary for night chapter 2

The art of losing isn't hard to master; so many things seem filled with the intent to be lost that their loss is no disaster. Lose something every day. Accept the fluster of lost door keys, the hour badly spent. The art of losing isn't hard to master. Then practice losing farther, losing faster: places, and names, and where it was you meant to travel. None of these will bring disaster. I lost my mother's watch. And look! my last, or next-to-last, of three loved houses went. The art of losing isn't hard to master. I lost two cities, lovely ones. And, vaster, some realms I owned, two rivers, a continent. I miss them, but it wasn't a disaster. -Even losing you the joking voice, a gesture I love) I shan't have lied. It's evident the art of losing's not too hard to master though it may look like (Write it!) like disaster. is a ​

Act one Romeo and Juliet
Which of the following literary terms best describes the purpose for the contrast between Mercutio and Romeo’s character?

a. Foil
b. Antagonist
c. Imagery
d. Theme

Identify the linking verb in this sentence.

Dad sometimes appears angry when he is really thinking hard.

Read the following excerpt from Sullivan's article:
As the Southern frontier murders its way west over the
course of the 17th and 18th centuries ...
Which of the following best describes the tone and the person or thing to
whom the tone is directed?
A. A thoughtful tone toward America's history
B. An admiring tone toward the persistence of American settlers
C. A critical tone toward American expansion
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D. A critical tone toward Absalom, Absalom!

2 Which of the following is an example of the author using words that
have a violent connotation?
A She describes the vertical black bands on the elytron that cover
Goliath beetles' wings.
B She compares the Goliath beetle cocoons to suits of protective
armor.
C The author details the four stages of the Goliath beetle's life cycle.
D She writes that Goliath beetles use their jaws to slash, impale, and
chomp food.

Based on the excerpt, what is the tone of this speech? A. hopeful B. reflective C. sarcastic D. soothing E. pessimistic

Read the summary of the passage.
Bob Houston believes there is an intruder hiding in his office building. When his office door is jammed shut by a sliver of steel, he sets off in search of the trespasser. Bob finds an unlocked office that has been searched and destroyed.

A. Bob Houston believes there is an intruder hiding in his office building. When his office door is jammed shut by a sliver of steel, he sets off in search of the trespasser. Bob finds an unlocked office that has been searched and destroyed.

While Bob is searching, the mystery person again traps Bob in the vandalized room after narrowly escaping being caught.

While Bob is searching, the mystery person again traps Bob in the vandalized room after narrowly escaping being caught.


B. Bob borrows a flashlight from the security guard and begins to search the corridors for the person who blocked his office door.

Bob borrows a flashlight from the security guard and begins to search the corridors for the person who blocked his office door.


C. Bob’s suspicions are confirmed when he notices that someone has removed the handkerchief from his office doorknob and opened his door.

Bob’s suspicions are confirmed when he notices that someone has removed the handkerchief from his office doorknob and opened his door.


D. When Bob yells for help, the security guard does not see anyone run past him because he is asleep on the job.

When Bob yells for help, the security guard does not see anyone run past him because he is asleep on the job.

Which statement would be an effective conclusion for the evaluation of an article on the potential threat of
technology?
Finall: Wilson's article argues that technology is detrimental to learning because fewer students are reading for
pleasure
I agree with Wilson's argument. When I stopped watching videos on my phone, my grades went up, so
technology must make it more difficult to learn
Wilson's article states that computers, tablets, and smartphones should not be allowed in the classroom because
these devices distract students
Therefore, Wilson's argument that technology makes it more difficult for students to concentrate is thoroughly
researched and provides ample supporting evidence
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How is “The Fall of the House of Usher” a classic gothic tale?

PLEASE HELP:What dilemmas arise when others view you differently than you view yourself?

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A _________ refers to the precise way file folders are stored.

Like loaves of bread
What literally device is used

Act one Romeo and Juliet
What makes Mercutio’s advice to Romeo’s “love problem” different from Benvolio’s advice?

a. Whereas Benvolio suggests not giving up on Rosaline, Mercutio tells Romeo to let her go
b. Whereas Benvolio suggests examining other beauties, Mercutio believes in fighting for love
c. Whereas Mercutio suggests being rough with love, Benvolio tells Romeo that love is foolish
d. Mercutio actually agrees with Benvolio and tells Romeo not to give up on Rosaline

Free enterprise is a system in which economic decisions are made by people and businesses.
True or False

Which sentence uses a double negative correctly?

Willie did not have no money to spend at the store today.

Parker and I don't know nobody in the sailing industry.

Regina was not unpopular with her peers.

Bella couldn't understand nothing that she learned in Spanish class last year.

This is a political cartoon depicting a funeral for the Stamp Act. What happened that inspired this illustration?

Help me it’s volleyball

Which paragraphs could easily be combined? A. the fourth and fifth B. the third and fifth C. the first and third D. the second and third

Can someone help me

Which of these is a statement of fact?
Disagreeing about ice cream flavors is pointless, as every flavor is equally delicious and satisfying.
Active listening involves focusing on what others are saying and trying to understand their viewpoint.
Disagreeing about hot-button topics should be done sparingly in order to keep people from arguing.
Active listening proves that people are mature, as they are able to focus on others instead of themselves.

class 9 English. Rain on the roof chapter​