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Read the haiku by Bashō.A crowhas settled on a bare branch—autumn evening.

A
crow
B
branch
C
autumn
D
evening
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The first step a reader should take to determine a theme in "Ode on a Grecian Urn" is to

A
summarize the poem in his or her own words.
B
state the poem's message in a single sentence.
C
determine what the poem says about the topic.
D
identify an important topic in the poem.
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Read the passage from "Ode on a Grecian Urn."Heard melodies are sweet, but those unheardAre sweeter; therefore, ye soft pipes, play on;Not to the sensual ear, but, more endear'd,Pipe to the spirit ditties of no tone:Fair youth, beneath the trees, thou canst not leaveThy song, nor ever can those trees be bare;Bold Lover, never, never canst thou kiss,Though winning near the goal—yet, do not grieve;She cannot fade, though thou hast not thy bliss,For ever wilt thou love, and she be fair!

A
angry.
B
encouraging.
C
mournful.
D
loving.
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Read the passage from "Ode on a Grecian Urn."What men or gods are these? What maidens loth?What mad pursuit? What struggle to escape?What pipes and timbrels? What wild ecstasy?

A
It explains the overall theme.
B
It makes the poem more formal.
C
It emphasizes the curious tone of the speaker.
D
It expresses the thoughts of the people on the urn.
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Which line from William Wordsworth’s poem uses alliteration?

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And dances with the daffodils.
B
The waves beside them danced;
C
Tossing their heads in sprightly dance.
D
Fluttering and dancing in the breeze.
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Consider this image.

Question illustration
A
an informative presentation about how to read food labels
B
a persuasive presentation about the importance of healthy food choices
C
a persuasive presentation about the superiority of organic food
D
an informative presentation about the US Food and Drug Administration
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William Wordsworth is considered one of the central writers of the Romantic period because his poems

A
draw inspiration from the natural world.
B
discuss scientific laws governing nature.
C
show people’s logical place in the universe.
D
suggest the importance of new inventions.
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Read the passage from "Ode on a Grecian Urn."Ah, happy, happy boughs! that cannot shedYour leaves, nor ever bid the Spring adieu;And, happy melodist, unwearied,For ever piping songs for ever new

A
He complains that happiness is hard to find.
B
He praises the advantages of being frozen in time.
C
He bemoans being stuck playing the same tune forever.
D
He admires the way the trees reflect the beauty of nature.
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Read the haiku.Each tree in the yardAnnounces its vigorWith buds on each branch.

A
tree
B
yard
C
buds
D
branch
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Read the analysis of a theme from "Ode on a Grecian Urn."One theme in "Ode on a Grecian Urn" is that art is an eternal and unchanging truth.Now, read the passage from "Ozymandias," another poem from the Romantic period.And on the pedestal these words appear:"My name is Ozymandias, king of kings:Look on my works, ye Mighty, and despair!"Nothing beside remains. Round the decayOf that colossal wreck, boundless and bareThe lone and level sands stretch far away.

A
royalty is superior.
B
nature endures.
C
things change.
D
deserts are lonely.
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Read the passage from "Ode on a Grecian Urn."Who are these coming to the sacrifice?To what green altar, O mysterious priest,Lead'st thou that heifer lowing at the skies,And all her silken flanks with garlands drest?What little town by river or sea shore,Or mountain-built with peaceful citadel,Is emptied of this folk, this pious morn?And, little town, thy streets for evermoreWill silent be; and not a soul to tellWhy thou art desolate, can e'er return.

A
The tone changes from curious to lonely.
B
The tone changes from admiring to bored.
C
The tone changes from irritated to peaceful.
D
The tone changes from unhappy to reassured.
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Consider this claim.Every elective curriculum should include a variety of choices in the fine arts, including chorus, band, orchestra, art, and dance.Which statement provides the best support for this claim?

A
Fine arts classes fit the school schedule, meeting three to five times per week.
B
Fine arts classes hone observational skills that foster academic success.
C
Participants in fine arts classes must also fulfill their academic requirements.
D
Participants in fine arts classes meet with their peers and a certified instructor.
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Consider this image.

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A
This man is texting while driving and may not see obstacles in his path.
B
Many states have passed laws that prohibit texting and driving.
C
Distractions are dangerous; don’t text and drive.
D
It is time for you to stop and think!
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While Enlightenment writers were more interested in innovation, Romantic writers were more interested in

A
the physical world.
B
the uses of science.
C
the freedom of expression.
D
the value of self-control.
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Read the passage from "Ode on a Grecian Urn."Fair youth, beneath the trees, thou canst not leaveThy song, nor ever can those trees be bare;Bold Lover, never, never canst thou kiss,Though winning near the goal—yet, do not grieve;She cannot fade, though thou hast not thy bliss,For ever wilt thou love, and she be fair!

A
Unrequited love is still timeless.
B
Youth is fleeting and fickle.
C
Music is the spice of life.
D
True beauty is found in nature.
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Which are examples of themes? Check all that apply.

A
Time heals even the deepest wounds.
B
True friendship knows no boundaries.
C
Vases can be considered a type of art.
D
Pride eventually leads to a downfall.
E
Many people have vibrant imaginations.

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