Read the excerpt from I Never Had It Made.I interrupted. "But it’s the box score that really counts—that and that alone, isn’t it?"It’s all that ought to count," he replied. "But it isn’t. Maybe one of these days it will be all that counts. That is one of the reasons I’ve got you here, Robinson. If you’re a good enough man, we can make a start in the right direction. But let me tell you, it’s going to take an awful lot of courage."What narrative technique does Robinson use in this excerpt to paint a picture for readers?
Read the excerpt from "Lessons of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr."Dr. King was also radical in his beliefs about violence. He learned how to successfully fight hatred and violence with the unstoppable power of nonviolence.He once stopped an armed mob, saying, "We are not advocating violence. We want to love our enemies. I want you to love our enemies. Be good to them. This is what we live by. We must meet hate with love."Based on the details in this passage, what is most likely a theme of Chavez’s speech?
Read the sentence.The sidewinder is a type of snake that lives in the deserts of the southwest.Which statement about this sentence is true?
Read this excerpt from I Never Had It Made.Unknown to most people and certainly to me, after launching a major scouting program, Branch Rickey had picked me as that player. The Rickey talent hunt went beyond national borders. Cuba, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, and other countries where dark-skinned people lived had been checked out. . . .In August 1945, at Comiskey Park in Chicago, I was approached by Clyde Sukeforth, the Dodger scout. Blacks have had to learn to protect themselves by being cynical but not cynical enough to slam the door on potential opportunities. We go through life walking a tightrope to prevent too much disillusionment. I was out on the field when Sukeforth called my name and beckoned. He told me the Brown Dodgers were looking for two ballplayers, that Branch Rickey had heard about me and sent him to watch me throw from the hole. He had come at an unfortunate time. I had hurt my shoulder a couple of days before that, and I wouldn't be doing any throwing for at least a week.Which detail best supports the idea that Jackie Robinson is skeptical about change?
Read the excerpt from Martine’s personal narrative about receiving a birthday gift.I ripped carelessly through the wrapping paper to reveal a plain, brown box. My eyebrows raised in anticipation. What could be inside? My fingers worked more slowly now, pulling back the tape that held the box shut. As soon as the flaps sprung open, I peered inside. But I inwardly shuddered when I discovered three pairs of bright neon-green socks. Oh no, I thought. These look hideous. I would never wear something like these, but I also don’t want to hurt my aunt’s feelings. What should I do? I furrowed my brow and bit my lip, uncertain what to do next.This excerpt would most likely appear
Read the excerpt from "Lessons of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr."During my first fast in 1968, Dr. King reminded me that our struggle was his struggle too. He sent me a telegram which said, "Our separate struggles are really one. A struggle for freedom, for dignity, and for humanity." . . .Dr. King challenged us to work for a greater humanity. I only hope that we are worthy of his challenge.Based on the details in this passage, which theme best represents the ideas presented in Chavez’s speech?
Read this paragraph.Kale, collards, spinach, and broccoli are vegetables referred to as "greens" by nutritionists. They contain high doses of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Every diet should contain servings of these leafy greens because they contain substances that are proven lines of defense against heart disease and diabetes. The darker the green, the better the health benefits.What is the author’s purpose for writing this paragraph?
Read this excerpt from We Beat the Street."Then the three of you get out of here. Colleges come to this school every day, looking for good students, and you three jokers let it all pass you by.""College?" Rameck mumbled. "Too hard. Too long. Too much money." But he was interested, despite what he said.In what way is Rameck different by the end of the story?
Read the excerpt from "Lessons of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr."The simple act of refusing to buy table grapes laced with pesticides is a powerful statement that the growers understand.Economic pressure is the only language the growers speak, and they are beginning to listen.Please, boycott table grapes. For your safety, for the workers, and for the children, we must act together.This passage shows that one purpose of Chavez’s speech is
An argumentative essay should be written with precise words that create a(n) ____________ tone.
Read this paragraph from an argumentative essay.One advantage to having cell phones in the classroom is that they can allow students to collaborate on projects without disturbing other students. Instead of increasing the noise level with discussion, students can communicate silently with text messages.Select the best revision for the paragraph.
Read these stanzas from Edna St. Vincent Millay’s poems."Ebb""Song of a Second April" I know what my heart is likeSince your love died:It is like a hollow ledgeHolding a little poolLeft there by the tide,A little tepid pool,Drying inward from the edgeThe larger streams run still and deep,Noisy and swift the small brooks runAmong the mullein stalks the sheepGo up the hillside in the sun,Pensively,—only you are gone,You that alone I cared to keep. How are the messages of these two poems similar?
Read the sentence.The president relied on his friends in other countries to help him win the war against their common enemy.Based on the context of the sentence, which word would be the best replacement for friends?
Read these stanzas from Paul Laurence Dunbar’s poems."The Poet and His Song""An Easy-Goin’ Feller"A song is but a little thing,And yet what joy it is to sing!In hours of toil it gives me zest,And when at eve I long for rest;When cows come home along the bars,And in the fold I hear the bell,As Night, the shepherd, herds his stars,I sing my song, and all is well.Ther' ain't no use in all this strife,An' hurryin', pell-mell, right thro' life.I don't believe in goin' too fastTo see what kind o' road you've passed.It ain't no mortal kind o' good,'N' I would n't hurry ef I could.I like to jest go joggin' 'long,To limber up my soul with song.How are the messages of these two poems similar?
Read this excerpt from We Beat the Street.By this time Sampson had developed into a skillful, potentially professional baseball player. He was the captain of the baseball team at University and could almost touch his dreams of playing in the major leagues.In what way is Sampson different by the end of the story?
Read the excerpt from Martine’s personal narrative about receiving a birthday gift.I ripped carelessly through the wrapping paper to reveal a plain, brown box. My eyebrows raised in anticipation. What could be inside? My fingers worked more slowly now, pulling back the tape that held the box shut. As soon as the flaps sprung open, I peered inside. But I inwardly shuddered when I discovered three pairs of bright neon-green socks. Oh no, I thought. These look hideous. I would never wear something like these, but I also don’t want to hurt my aunt’s feelings. What should I do? I furrowed my brow and bit my lip, uncertain what to do next.What could Martine include in this excerpt to engage her readers?
Read the sentence.I spent the weekend at the beach to get away from the cold weather in the mountains.Which statement about this sentence is true?
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