AnswersMO-English Language Arts 9 B-CRMaking Predictions and Visualizing with “The Most Dangerous Game,” Part 2

Summarizing Central Ideas in The Dark Game, Part 1 Answers

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What is the central idea of this passage?

A
Van Lew’s home was used as a safe house, which was critical to the Confederacy.
B
Van Lew had a passion to end the war and preserve the Union.
C
Van Lew was a spymaster, a leading force in the espionage activities for the Union.
D
Van Lew did not enjoy working for General Butler.
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After reading the passage, answer these questions using the drop-down menus.

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Selection 1:Van Lew was never accused of spying.
Selection 2:It explains the cultural bias of the time.
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It enhances understanding of spy techniques. ✔ It explains the cultural bias of the time.It complicates understanding of Van Lew’s views.

A
It enhances understanding of spy techniques.
B
✔ It explains the cultural bias of the time.
C
It complicates understanding of Van Lew’s views.
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The central idea that Elizabeth Van Lew was a spymaster is further developed. Which answer summaries the next central idea of the passage?

A
Van Lew’s roles and responsibilities were sometimes too much for her to bear.
B
Van Lew contributed to the development of systems and structures for spies.
C
Van Lew’s actions would not have been successful without the Church Hill home.
D
Van Lew’s educational background allowed her the skills needed to be a successful spy.
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What information did Van Lew relay to Union army commanders? Check all that apply.

A
how long the prisoners stayed
B
where the prisoners had been
C
who commanded which rebel armies
D
the morale of rebel troops
E
where the rebel troops were headed
F
what the Richmond underground was
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Based on your reading beyond this paragraph, what is an overall central idea that the author develops in The Dark Game?

A
Van Lew’s actions of espionage were possible only because she was a woman.
B
Van Lew’s deviant behavior was not the norm for aristocratic people.
C
Van Lew’s heroism lies in that she openly spoke about her views of secession and slavery.
D
Van Lew’s actions revolutionized the expectation and role of women in society.

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