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Anglo-Saxon
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Danish
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Essex-Kent
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Wessex
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What should a reflection do in a narrative essay? Select three options.

A
explain how the experience was significant to the writer
B
persuade the reader that the details of the experience are factual
C
offer an analysis of what made the experience memorable
D
provide additional details about the people included in the narrative
E
extend the experience to another area of the writer’s life
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Perspective is

A
a version or adaptation of a story.
B
a way of thinking about or seeing a situation.
C
the way a character is presented and developed.
D
the position from which a story is narrated.
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Which word best completes the comparison of Beowulf and Grendel?Readers of Beowulf will likely view Grendel as a villain. Readers of Grendel, however, will likely view the character as more ________.

A
arrogant
B
helpful
C
unlikable
D
sympathetic
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Read the excerpt from Grendel.He sang of battles and marriages, of funerals and hangings, the whimperings of beaten enemies, of splendid hunts and harvests. He sang of Hrothgar, hoarfrost white, magnificent of mind.When he finished, the hall was as quiet as a mound. I too was silent, my ear pressed tight against the timbers. Even to me, incredibly, he had made it all seem true and very fine.

A
He is frightened by the power of Hrothgar and his musician.
B
He is lonely and wishes to befriend the people in the great hall.
C
He is caught up in the harpist’s song, just like Hrothgar’s people.
D
He is confused by the people’s interest in a stranger’s song.
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Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.Enkidu said, "Don't worry, my friend,the dream you had is a favorable one.The mountain stands for Humbaba. He will falljust like that mountain. Lord Shamash will grant usvictory, we will kill the monsterand leave his corpse on the battlefield."Gilgamesh, happy with his good dream,smiled, and his face lit up with pleasure.

A
It causes Gilgamesh to doubt his quest's purpose.
B
It encourages Gilgamesh to continue his journey.
C
It distracts Gilgamesh from his intended quest.
D
It frightens Gilgamesh away from fighting Humbaba.
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Which statement best describes a change in perspective in a story?

A
It is when a story’s setting changes from day to night.
B
It is when a story’s setting changes from one place to another.
C
It is when a story’s narrator changes from one topic to another.
D
It is when a story’s narration changes from one character to another.
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Which sentence contains a participle?

A
The whole frustrating experience can be blamed on poor planning.
B
Although studying may seem tedious, it fosters great results.
C
The park prohibits everyone from skateboarding on weekends.
D
Great cunning was required to make the surprise party feasible.
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Read the paragraph from Yasmin’s narrative.I took a long, lingering look at the tremendous beauty that surrounded me. Nature abounded as far as the eye could see, and the only sounds to be heard were the peaceful murmurs of that which existed in the wilderness. As I sat there, my tent and sleeping bag the only signs of civilization for miles, my heart swelled with relief that I had decided to take this weekend camping trip. I could feel every muscle in my body gradually relaxing with every sight, every sound, every smell within this untouched slice of tranquility.

A
additional information about why Yasmin chose to camp at that specific campsite
B
more specific descriptions of the sights, sounds, and smells mentioned by Yasmin
C
background information about Yasmin’s previous camping experiences and expertise
D
examples of other instances in Yasmin’s life when she felt so peaceful and relaxed
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How are Hektor’s mother and father similar in The Iliad of Homer?

A
Both offer sympathy to Greeks.
B
Both express frustration with politics.
C
Both urge Hektor to be cautious.
D
Both encourage Hektor to confront Achilleus.
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What ancient Greek beliefs about gods are prevalent in The Iliad of Homer? Select three options.

A
Gods are gentle.
B
Gods live forever.
C
Gods agree with one another.
D
Gods have supernatural strength.
E
Gods intervene in human affairs.
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Techno is a root word that means "scientific" or "skillful".Which is the best definition of the word techniques in the sentence below?Chef Anna taught us to prepare French recipes with her traditional techniques.

A
special methods
B
old-family recipes
C
new appliances
D
expensive spices
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skeptical
B
naive
C
remorseful
D
proud
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Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.At four hundred miles they stopped to eat,at a thousand miles they pitched their camp.They had traveled for just three days and nights,a six weeks' journey for ordinary men.When the sun was setting, they dug a well,they filled their waterskins with fresh water,Gilgamesh climbed to the mountaintop

A
The interference of the gods creates more tension and suspense in the plot.
B
The use of poetic verse causes the narrative to become confusing.
C
The long and difficult journey reflects how strong and enduring Gilgamesh is.
D
The presence of a brave hero indicates that the challenge ahead will be simple.
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Read the excerpt from Gilgamesh: A New English Version.Gilgamesh climbed to the mountaintop,he poured out flour as an offering and said,"Mountain, bring me a favorable dream."Enkidu did the ritual for dreams,praying for a sign. A gust of windpassed.

A
It shows that Gilgamesh is a courageous hero who seeks adventure.
B
It shows that Gilgamesh's journey is both very long and very difficult.
C
It shows that the landscape Gilgamesh is traveling is distant and vast.
D
It shows that the supernatural are leading Gilgamesh during his quest.

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