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Which best describes the irony in "A Man Said to the Universe"?

A
The man’s attempt to communicate with the universe is ignorant.
B
The universe acknowledges the man’s existence simply by responding to him.
C
The man can only exist if the universe acknowledges his existence.
D
The man is obligated to show respect to the universe.
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Read the excerpt from "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs." My father was chief before me. When a young man, he was called Joseph by Mr. Spaulding, a missionary. He died a few years ago. He left a good name on earth. He advised me well for my people.Based on the idea that Hin-mah-too-yah-lat-kekt (Chief Joseph) highly values what his father has taught him, how does he most likely feel about his tribe’s cultural traditions?

A
He feels strongly about sharing them with others in the world.
B
He feels strongly about remembering them for years to come.
C
He feels strongly about revising them to be more relevant.
D
He feels strongly about preserving and maintaining them.
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Which best describes the diction in "Ain't I a Woman?"

A
formal and detached
B
formal and scholarly
C
informal and relatable
D
informal and light-hearted
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Read the sentence from "Ain't I a Woman?"Well, children, where there is so much racket there must be something out of kilter. Which best describes the diction?

A
formal and friendly
B
informative and academic
C
demanding and assertive
D
inviting and familiar
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Read the excerpt from "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge." Then all at once, with terrible suddenness, the light about him shot upward with the noise of a loud splash; a frightful roaring was in his ears, and all was cold and dark. The power of thought was restored; he knew that the rope had broken and he had fallen into the stream. . . He opened his eyes in the darkness and saw above him a gleam of light, but how distant, how inaccessible! He was still sinking, for the light became fainter and fainter until it was a mere glimmer. Then it began to grow and brighten, and he knew that he was rising toward the surface—knew it with reluctance, for he was now very comfortable. What does the motif of light represent in the excerpt and in the rest of the story?

A
death and dying
B
different versions of reality
C
punishment for one’s mistakes
D
life during wartime
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In “We Wear the Mask,” which message is conveyed by Dunbar’s repetition of the phrase “We wear the mask”?

A
that questioning others’ motives is brave
B
that sympathy toward others creates deceit
C
that fears about torture lead to secretive actions
D
that false appearances are pervasive in society
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Look at the MLA citation for an online source.“Let’s Eat for the Health of It.” USDA. The U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services, June 2011. Web. .What is missing from this citation?

A
the date the source was accessed
B
the title of the source
C
the date the source was published
D
the name of the publisher
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Which of the following quotations by Huck’s father in chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is an example of irony?

A
"Starchy clothes—very. You think you're a good deal of a big-bug, DON'Tyou?"
B
“You're educated, too, they say—can read and write. You think you're better'n your father, now, don't you, because he can’t?”
C
“And looky here—you drop that school, you hear? I'll learn people to bring up a boy to put on airs over his own father and let on to be better'n what HE is.”
D
"All right. I'll ask him; and I'll make him pungle, too, or I'll know the reason why.
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Which statement most accurately describes the satire that exists within chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn?

A
Twain is satirizing society’s greed by having Huck’s father return under the pretense of caring for Huck when all he really wants is money.
B
Twain is satirizing society’s dishonesty by having Huck hide his money to appear as though he is too selfish to share with his own father.
C
Twain is satirizing society’s disrespect by characterizing Huck as someone who is so rude that he cannot even treat his father with respect.
D
Twain is satirizing society’s ingratitude by characterizing Huck as someone too selfish to appreciate anything his father has ever done for him.
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Which best describes the narration in chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn?

A
Huck narrates the story, which helps readers understand his point of view and his inner thoughts.
B
Huck’s father narrates the story, which makes it difficult for the reader to grasp Huck’s inner thoughts and feelings.
C
The story is told in the third person, which creates a sense of detachment between the reader and the characters.
D
The story is narrated by the “widow,” which helps the reader see Huck as an immature child.
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Read the quotation from chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, in which Huck is discussing his father.I HAD shut the door to. Then I turned around and there he was. I used to be scared of him all the time, . . . I reckoned I was scared now, too; but in a minute I see I was mistaken—that is, after the first jolt, as you may say, when my breath sort of hitched, he being so unexpected; but right away after I see I warn't scared of him worth bothring about.Based on the excerpt, which is the most reasonable plot prediction?

A
Huck will once again start fearing his father.
B
Huck will confidently face his father.
C
Huck will refuse to speak to his father.
D
Huck will be forced to make a choice about his father.
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Read the excerpt from chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn."It's so. You can do it. I had my doubts when you told me. Now looky here; you stop that putting on frills. I won't have it. I'll lay for you, my smarty; and if I catch you about that school I'll tan you good. First you know you'll get religion, too. I never see such a son."What do these words by Huck’s father reveal about his character?

A
He wants Huck to have a better life than he himself had.
B
He does not believe that Huck will succeed academically.
C
He believes that education will make Huck feel superior.
D
He feels that religion is the only subject worthy of study.
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Read the excerpt from chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, in which Huck describes his father.He was most fifty, and he looked it. His hair was long and tangled andgreasy, and hung down, and you could see his eyes shining through like hewas behind vines. It was all black, no gray; so was his long, mixed-upwhiskers. There warn't no color in his face, where his face showed; itwas white; not like another man's white, but a white to make a body sick,a white to make a body's flesh crawl—a tree-toad white, a fish-bellywhite. As for his clothes—just rags, that was all. He had one ankleresting on t'other knee; the boot on that foot was busted, and two of histoes stuck through, and he worked them now and then. His hat was layingon the floor—an old black slouch with the top caved in, like a lid.Which best describes the effect of the narration?

A
It gives the reader an objective view of Huck’s father.
B
It foreshadows Huck’s argument with his father.
C
It helps the reader see Huck’s father through Huck’s eyes.
D
It distances the reader from Huck and his father.
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Read the quotation from chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, in which Huck’s father is speaking to him."Don't you give me none o' your lip," says he. "You've put on considerable many frills since I been away. . . You're educated, too, they say—can read and write. You think you're better'n your father, now, don't you, because he can't? . . . Who told you you might meddle with such hifalut'n foolishness, hey?—who told you you could?"Based on the excerpt, which is the most reasonable plot prediction?

A
Huck and his father will engage in an altercation.
B
Huck and his father will have a friendly conversation.
C
Huck’s father will admit that he is jealous of this son.
D
Huck’s father will apologize for insulting his son.
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Read the quotation from chapter 5 of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.“Well, I'll learn her how to meddle. And looky here—you drop that school, you hear? I'll learn people to bring up a boy to put on airs over his own father and let on to be better'n what HE is.” What is Twain’s most likely intention for employing humor within this quotation?

A
to portray Huck’s father as educated and helpful
B
to portray Huck’s father as uneducated and ignorant
C
to convince the reader that Huck’s father truly wants to help Huck
D
to convince the reader that Huck’s father has the ability to be funny
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Read the quotation from the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph.Whenever the white man treats the Indian as they treat each other then we shall have no more wars. We shall be all alike—brothers of one father and mother, with one sky above us and one country around us and one government for all. Which cultural view is most clearly expressed in this quote?

A
Family is vital to survival and extends well beyond tribal boundaries.
B
Tradition is valuable and should be preserved at all possible costs.
C
Nature is sacred and all humans should treat it with the utmost respect.
D
All humans are part of the same world and should be treated as equals.
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What central idea about the government of the United States is expressed in the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph?

A
The government has misunderstood the wishes of Indigenous peoples.
B
The government has not even been willing to listen to Indigenous peoples.
C
The government has made many false promises to Indigenous peoples.
D
The government can never lessen the pain suffered by Indigenous peoples.
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What is historically significant about this 1879 speech by Chief Joseph?

A
It is a detailed description of the conflict between White settlers and Indigenous people.
B
It is a direct and eloquent plea delivered in Washington for the equal treatment of all Indigenous people.
C
It is a subtle and polite attempt to make peace with those who work for the government.
D
It is an adamant demand of requirements issued by Indigenous people to the White settlers.
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Which best describes the historical context of the 1879 Speech by Chief Joseph?

A
It discusses the unequal treatment of Indigenous people by the US government.
B
It discusses the speaker’s personal discussions with other chiefs.
C
It describes an interaction between government officials and Chief Joseph.
D
It describes in detail the spiritual belief system of the chief and his people.
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Which sentence from the passage supports the claim in the 1879 speech by Chief Joseph that actions speak louder than words?

A
Too many misinterpretations have been made; too many misunderstandings have come up between the white men and the Indians.
B
Good words do not last long unless they amount to something.
C
I only ask of the Government to be treated as all other men are treated.
D
I hope no more groans of wounded men and women will ever go to the ear of the Great Spirit Chief above, and that all people may be one people.

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