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Dialogue and Action in The Land Answers

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What is the main purpose of this dialogue?

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to slow down the pace of the text
B
to give detailed information about the stables
C
to show what Paul and Mitchell are thinking
D
to suggest that a new situation is developing
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It shows Paul will be hurt when he rides.It shows Robert will be able to find Paul’s father.✔ It shows Robert will not be able to stop the race.

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It shows Paul will be hurt when he rides.
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It shows Robert will be able to find Paul’s father.
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✔ It shows Robert will not be able to stop the race.
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Is the theme “Inequality is a destructive force” a major or minor theme in The Land?

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It is a minor theme because it occurs only once in the novel.
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It is a major theme because it appears many times in the novel.
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It is a major theme because it happens to the main characters.
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It is a minor theme because it is not very important.
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What does the dialogue show about Robert’s character?

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Selection 1:Robert has less power than his father.
Selection 2:It shows Robert will not be able to stop the race.
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What does the dialogue show about Robert’s character?

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Selection 1:Robert has less power than his father.
Selection 2:It shows Robert will not be able to stop the race.
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How does the dialogue between Eddie Hawks, the grey’s normal rider, and Paul advance the plot?

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by showing how impossible the grey is to ride and suggesting Paul will likely fail
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by providing Paul with valuable information about what exactly he needs to do during the race
C
by revealing that Eddie Hawks is worried Paul will cause him to lose his job
D
by explaining what the grey’s characteristics are
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Explain why Paul has this conversation with the grey horse. What does it show about Paul, and how will this conversation affect the race?

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Paul has this conversation with the grey horse to calm both himself and the animal before the high-stakes race. This interaction shows that Paul is observant, patient, and possesses a deep, intuitive connection with horses, treating them as partners rather than just tools. By establishing this bond and understanding the horse's temperament, Paul gains the horse's trust, which will allow them to work together more effectively during the race, likely leading to a smoother and more successful performance.

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What did you include in your response? Check all that apply.an explanation of why Paul is talking to the horseone or more of Paul’s characteristicshow the conversation affects the plot

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an explanation of why Paul is talking to the horse
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one or more of Paul’s characteristics
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how the conversation affects the plot

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