Using the Distributive Property — Cumulative exam Answers

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What is the simplified algebraic expression?

A
4x – 5
B
–8x – 5
C
–8x + 10
D
–8x – 10
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Use the thesaurus entry for labyrinth to answer the question.labyrinthnounDefinition: a place that has many confusing paths and passages;something that is extremely difficult to understandSynonyms: entanglement, jungle, maze, puzzle, warren, web

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entanglement
B
jungle
C
maze
D
web
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Read the excerpt from The Odyssey.Now Zeus the lord of cloud roused in the northa storm against the ships, and driving veils of squall moved down like night on land and sea. The bows went plunging at the gust; sails cracked and lashed out strips in the big wind.We saw death in that fury, dropped the yards, unshipped the oars, and pulled for the nearest lee: then two long days and nights we lay offshore worn out and sick at heart, tasting our grief, until a third Dawn came with ringlets shining.

A
They believed that nature’s strength was wholly uncontrollable.
B
They believed that nature’s wrath could never be overcome.
C
They believed that the gods were frequently unfair in their actions.
D
They believed that the gods often punished people for acting badly.
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Read the passage from Rain Myths.Near the beginning of life on Earth, Shen Nong, who was the Lord of the Wind, made many journeys over our world. Shen Nong was the second of the Three Sovereigns. The other two Chinese sovereigns were called Fu Xi and Yen Ti. One after another, they helped create civilization and imparted to mankind many skills, lessons, and gifts.

A
Near the beginning of life on Earth, Shen Nong, who was the Lord of the Wind, made many journeys over our world.
B
Shen Nong was the second of the Three Sovereigns.
C
The other two Chinese sovereigns were called Fu Xi and Yen Ti.
D
One after another, they helped create civilization and imparted to mankind many skills, lessons, and gifts.
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Read the passage.When I got to my cabin at camp, the other campers showered me with a chorus of greetings."I’m Alex. Happy to see another redhead!” the closest to me said."Javier,” called the boy sitting next to him."I like your glasses, Javier,” I said."Thanks!” He grinned."Miguel,” waved the boy in the corner. "I hope you like comic books!”A fourth boy, taller than the rest, walked up and shook my hand. "I’m Asher. Grab a bunk and we’ll help you settle in. ”

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to allow the plot to progress
B
to show how the narrator felt
C
to emphasize the point of view
D
to show who the characters are
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Read the sentence.The media criticized Governor Dunham’s callous behavior, noting that the politician regularly ignored the struggles of the people who had voted for her.

A
immature
B
impolite
C
unenthusiastic
D
unsympathetic
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Which elements of epic poetry are shown in this excerpt? Select three options.

A
supernatural elements
B
an invocation of a muse
C
a difficult journey with trials
D
rhyme and repetition of words
E
important historical events
F
a hero showing perseverance
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In Amaterasu, how do Susanowo’s actions affect the advancement of the plot?

A
He causes the other gods to gather.
B
He causes Amaterasu to take away the sun.
C
He causes the other gods to celebrate.
D
He causes Amaterasu to force evil to retreat.
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What must writers do when using language taken directly from an outside source? Select three choices.

A
include all footnotes from the original text
B
use quotation marks around the author’s words
C
cite the source after the direct quotation is used
D
include illustrations or graphics from the original text
E
explain how the quotation supports their point
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Which event in Amaterasu does the author include to create suspense?

A
As a storm god, Susanowo rules the sea.
B
Amaterasu takes the sun and hides in a cave.
C
The other gods remain cautious as they watch.
D
Amaterasu and peace return to the lands.
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Read the excerpt from "Perseus."But Perseus had Hermes with him, so that the road lay open to him, and he reached that host of happy people who are always banqueting and holding joyful revelry. They showed him great kindness: they welcomed him to their feast, and the maidens dancing to the sound of flute and lyre paused to get for him the gifts he sought.

A
exploration.
B
respect.
C
self-control.
D
hospitality.
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Which sentence shows the correct use of a common homophone?

A
I would like to come along with everyone, too.
B
After school, you need to go two the library.
C
We should arrive at the house by to o’clock.
D
Julio bought to many sandwiches and chips.
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Which excerpt from The Odyssey demonstrates the importance of loyalty in Greek society?

A
“O Father, all my life like your fameas a fighting man has echoed in my ears”
B
“Suppose Athena’s arm is over us, and Zeusher father’s, must I rack my brains for more?”
C
But when he knew he heardOdysseus’ voice nearby, he did his best to wag his tail
D
Odysseus only shook his head, containingthoughts of bloody work, as he walked on
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Read the excerpt from the Haida creation myth.But in Raven’s travels, he saw that there was no one to take care of the earth. He landed on a beach and stopped to think about how to solve this problem. Nearby, he saw a huge clam shell—it seemed to be making noise! Curiously, Raven approached and saw a group of tiny creatures in the shell.Read the excerpt from the Maori creation myth.Tû’s descendants became the Mâori, the humans who are able to master anything that they decide to conquer: the forest, the sea, the food, and the earth. Only Tawhiri escapes Tû’s wrath, and still today the Mâori battle against the hurricanes he sends from above.

A
The Haida believe they exist to serve nature, while the Maori believe they must live in harmony with their surroundings.
B
The Haida believe they must overcome the elements of nature, while the Maori believe they must be kind to their surroundings.
C
The Haida believe they created their surroundings, while the Maori believe they are more powerful than nature.
D
The Haida believe they were picked to be responsible for the earth, while the Maori see themselves in conflict with nature.
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Which sentence contains the best example of descriptive details?

A
The apartment shuddered under the onslaught of the howling wind.
B
They were about to move into the new apartment building last week.
C
In preparation for the move to the apartment, they had to pack first.
D
Inside the apartment, there was a lot to do to make it habitable.
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support
B
trust
C
be generous with
D
agree with
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What aspects of Greek life are reflected in the excerpt? Select four responses.

A
People traveled by boat and roads.
B
Animals were sacrificed to the gods.
C
People held feasts to celebrate.
D
Music was part of celebrations.
E
Girls danced to music at feasts.
F
Feasts were religious in nature.
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Read the passage from Heracles.Ancient peoples believed in a pantheon of gods. To the ancient Greeks, the gods possessed human characteristics, including their weaknesses, such as vanity, greed, jealousy, vengefulness, and cruelty. In their stories, there was regular interaction between gods and humans, as well as demigods, who were the offspring of a union between a god and a mortal. Thus, many myths have to do with the struggle between them.

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The gods had greater character flaws than humans.
B
The gods had fewer character flaws than humans.
C
The gods lived by the same values as humans.
D
The gods lived by different values than humans.
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In Rain Myths, "The Chinese Rain-Master” and "The Madagascan Myth” both feature

A
rewards for good behavior.
B
penalties for bad behavior.
C
family values.
D
origin stories.
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Which statement should be revised for a more formal tone?

A
Poseidon, god of the sea, and Athena, goddess of war, fought for the city of Athens. Poseidon threw his spear, which produced the Spring of Acropolis.
B
Amaltheia was kind of like a goat who fed Zeus, which Zeus was really happy about. In fact, he turned the goat’s horn into the horn of plenty.
C
Chronos was the ancient Greek symbol of time. His appearance, a wise old man with a long beard, is similar to a current symbol, Father Time.
D
Sisyphus displeased the gods by disclosing secrets. He found himself forced to roll a heavy stone uphill, only to see it roll back once it reached the peak.

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