Excerpt from Dombey and Son
Charles Dickens

Dombey sat in the corner of the darkened room in the great arm-chair by the bedside, and Son lay tucked up warm in a little basket bedstead, carefully disposed on a low settee immediately in front of the fire and close to it, as if his constitution were analogous to that of a muffin, and it was essential to toast him brown while he was very new. Dombey was about eight-and-forty years of age. Son about eight-and-forty minutes. Dombey was rather bald, rather red, and though a handsome well-made man, too stern and pompous in appearance, to be prepossessing. Son was very bald, and very red, and though (of course) an undeniably fine infant, somewhat crushed and spotty in his general effect, as yet. On the brow of Dombey, Time and his brother Care had set some marks, as on a tree that was to come down in good time-remorseless twins they are for striding through their human forests, notching as they go-while the countenance of Son was crossed with a thousand little creases, which the same deceitful Time would take delight in smoothing out and wearing away with the flat part of his scythe, as a preparation of the surface for his deeper operations.
Select the sentence that is punctuated correctly.
A) An interview with Neil Armstrong, a famous and beloved astronaut, will appear on PBS tonight. B) An interview with Neil Armstrong a famous and beloved astronaut, will appear on PBS tonight. C) An interview with Neil Armstrong, a famous and beloved astronaut will appear on PBS tonight. D) An interview with Neil Armstrong a famous and beloved astronaut will appear on PBS tonight.

How do most tour guides, event planners, and yoga teachers get paid for their services?
O They are self-employed and earn money directly from customers.
O They are self-employed and earn money directly from advertising.
O They are employed by large companies who promote their services.
They are employed by travel agencies who promote their services.​

Which expression is equivalent to (x y) z?

Which of these works cited listings is correct? A. Brughert, Carl, Our changing weather. Chicago, IL. Green publishing, 2006. B. Brughert, Carl, Our Changing Weather., Green Publishing, 2006. C. Brughert, Carl, Our Changing Weather. Chicago, IL. Green Publishing, 2006. D. Brughert, Carl, Our Changing Weather. Chicago, IL. Green Pub., 2006.

Which statement best describes Tessa's character and how she interacts with Varick? Tessa is a complex character whose development evolves due to her interaction with Varick. Tessa is a flat protagonist for whom Varick is an antagonist. Tessa is a complex character who aids in Varick’s development. Tessa is a flat character who exists to teach Varick a thematic lesson

The flesh of infants may be used as
gloves and summer boots
• Swift objects to eating girls as old as 14
because they would serve better as
breeders, and because people would
object that it is "a little bordering on
cruelty"
Although there are many suffering
"aged, diseased," or injured people,
nothing needs to be gone for them
because they are already dying "as fast
as can be reasonably expected"
Poor Irish tenants, who have already sold
their crops and cattle to pay the rent,
will now be able to pay by selling their
children
The sale of children will boost the
economy, by much reducing the cost of
raising children, and stimulating
consumption at taverns
Mothers will love their children more,
because they can now be sold profitably
as food
Husbands will now love their wives as
much as they do the farm animals that
are about to give birth
.
Swift says no one should talk to him
about a long list of alternative solutions,
most of them far more reasonable and
humane, until there is “at least some
glimpse of hope, that there will ever be

One of the purposes of Mark Twain’s “Taming the Bicycle” is to entertain the reader. Which sentence in this excerpt uses humor to achieve this purpose? We examined the machine, but it was not in the least injured. This was hardly believable. Yet the Expert assured me that it was true; in fact, the examination proved it. I was partly to realize, then, how admirably these things are constructed. We applied some Pond's Extract, and resumed. The Expert got on the OTHER side to shove up this time, but I dismounted on that side; so the result was as before. The machine was not hurt. We oiled ourselves up again, and resumed. This time the Expert took up a sheltered position behind, but somehow or other we landed on him again. He was full of surprised admiration; said it was abnormal. She was all right, not a scratch on her, not a timber started anywhere. I said it was wonderful, while we were greasing up, but he said that when I came to know these steel spider-webs I would realize that nothing but dynamite could cripple them. Then he limped out to position, and we resumed once more. This time the Expert took up the position of short-stop, and got a man to shove up behind. We got up a handsome speed, and presently traversed a brick, and I went out over the top of the tiller and landed, head down, on the instructor's back, and saw the machine fluttering in the air between me and the sun. It was well it came down on us, for that broke the fall, and it was not injured.

Read these lines from “We Grow Accustomed to the Dark” and answer the question.

Either the Darkness alters — Or something in the sight Adjusts itself to Midnight — And Life steps almost straight.

The literary device used in these lines is _____.

A) simile to compare Darkness to life
B) personification to add a human quality to Life
C) repetition to emphasize that vision will improve
D) hyperbole to exaggerate the importance of Midnight

What does "his pond fish’d by his next neighbour" refer to in this context? What language technique is it?

'Or I am much deceived, cuckolds ere now;​

And many a man there is, even at this present,​

Now while I speak this, holds his wife by the arm,​

That little thinks she has been sluiced in's absence​

And his pond fish'd by his next neighbour, by​

Sir Smile, his neighbour: nay, there's comfort in't​

Whiles other men have gates and those gates open'd,​

As mine, against their will. Should all despair​

That have revolted wives, the tenth of mankind​

Would hang themselves.'

What type of appeal does Roosevelt use in this section

of the speech?

If the Congress maintains these principles, the voters,

putting patriotism ahead of pocketbooks, will give you

their applause.

- Four Freedoms

Franklin D. Roosevelt

What effect does Roosevelt hope to have on Congress

with this appeal?

to make them feel admired if they listen to him

What effect does Roosevelt hope to have on American

citizens with this appeal?

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What is the significance of Benedick's line "pluck off the bull's horns, and set them in my forehead"?

And it grew both day and night,

Till it bore an apple bright,

And my foe beheld it shine,

And he knew that it was mine,–


And into my garden stole

When the night had veiled the pole;

In the morning, glad, I see

My foe outstretched beneath the tree.

–"A Poison Tree,"

William Blake

Read the end of Blake’s poem, and then complete the statements.

Based on the extended metaphor, what kind of apple grows from the tree? A. Pure

B. Poison C. Magical

Based on the extended metaphor, what is the poem’s message about anger?

A. Anger can turn something into dangerous. B. Anger is a way to damage friendship C. Anger may motivate others to plant poison trees

Why did Friar Laurence suggest Juliet should take the potion?

HELP ME PLEASE 10 POINTS ON IT PLEASE HELP ME ON THIS ESSAY PLEASE 10 POINTS ON IT PLEASE HELP ME ASAP​

Match each story detail from "The Most Dangerous Game" to the appropriate literary term.

The island is depicted as spooky and

conflict

mysterious

Rainsford shows his intelligence

when he builds traps.

mood

General Zaroff hunts Rainsford.

theme

Those who are strong will persevere.

characterization

Read the excerpt from "Do not go gentle into that good
night."
Though wise men at their end know dark is right,
Because their words had forked no lightning they
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Good men, the last wave by, crying how bright
Their frail deeds might have danced in a green bay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light
Wild men who caught and sang the sun in flight,
And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way,
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Grave men, near death, who see with blinding sight
Blind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay,
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
Which statement best describes the effect of the
repetition of "men" preceded by an adjective?
It reinforces the idea that all people, not just the
speaker's father, should fight against death.
It emphasizes that all men, no matter what their
lives have been like, should accept death when it
comes.
It supports the speaker's idea of an eternal life after
death for people of all walks of life.
It highlights the speaker's grief at being unable to
come to his dying father's bedside.

List the main ways in which you can field within cricket.

What elements does a strong literary analysis always contain? Select two options.
* relevant data
* a clearly outlined plot
* a thesis statement
* a list of steps to follow
* supporting evidence

Define the term Ethical ills according to Islam

Help with this huge essay plzz

Read this example:
The line to get into the concert was a river, snaking through
an endless valley
Which type of figurative language is being used in the example?
A. Simile
O B. Hyperbole
C. Oxymoron
D. Metaphor

Why did the author most likely use dialogue instead of descriptions

What is a theme of "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County"?


Question 3 options:


a)


Love



b)


Storytelling



c)


Friendship



d)


Deception

correct this sentence these pens are four you and she

pls help johnny and carlos ran to school, ____ the twins followed them. for yet so and but or nor

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Which is a future NASA research project?
using a probe to collect data
conducting research from a space station
collecting samples on an asteroid
conducting a space mission with no people

Why does the story's setting
pose a problem for would be
burglars (lines 99–105)?

in the story “the prince and the pauper” Write a paragraph in which you explain why Tom's itchy nose at the banquet is funny.

Use this structure for this assignment :

Introduction - Thesis statement. This is the controlling idea for the paragraph.

Body Section 1 - First reason it is funny. Include supporting quote.
Body Section 2 - Second reason with quote.
Body Section 3 - Third reason with quote
Conclusion - Try to make it an A-HA! sentence if you can.
(I will be explaining A-HA endings in our virtual class.)

Read the paragraph. Then answer the question that follows. Perhaps you wanted pizza for dinner, but was out voted by the rest of the family who wanted chili. This is similar to what happens in a community. One person has to give up a right for the good of the group. Sometimes citizens' duties and rights conflict with each other. A good example is a public protest. People have the right to meet in groups and share ideas. However, a protest can disrupt traffic or other normal activities. A city must provide extra police protection to keep people safe. Therefore, the city has the right to require permission in advance for a protest. Government must make laws to balance the rights of individuals and different groups of people. How is the example of a public protest similar to the family dinner vote? Both require government laws to maintain order and safety. Both show conflict between the rights of individuals and groups. Both explain why the rights of groups always win over individual wants. Both demonstrate the downside of depending on voting to make decisions. Read the paragraph. Then answer the question that follows. The USS Alabama, built in 1942, is a monster weighing in at 35,000 tons. The ship was built during the Second World War and spent 40 months actively assisting the war effort in the Pacific Ocean. During that time, she was in 26 battles. In 1964, the ship moved to her present home in Mobile, Alabama. What type of text connection is in this paragraph and how do you know? An analogy, because the USS Alabama is to a monster as a battle is to war An analogy, because the USS Alabama is noted as being as big as a monster A comparison, because the USS Alabama is to a monster as a battle is to war A comparison, because the USS Alabama is noted as being as big as a monster Read the paragraph. Then answer the question that follows. Perhaps you wanted pizza for dinner, but were out voted by the rest of the family who wanted chili. This is similar to what happens in a community. One person has to give up a right for the good of the group. Sometimes citizens' duties and rights conflict with each other. A good example is a public protest. People have the right to meet in groups and share ideas. However, a protest can disrupt traffic or other normal activities. A city must provide extra police protection to keep people safe. Therefore, the city has the right to require permission in advance for a protest. Government must make laws to balance the rights of individuals and different groups of people. Which of the following statements best describes this paragraph? The paragraph contains categories of comparison. The paragraph contains a simile. The paragraph contains no text connections. The paragraph contains an analogy. Read the paragraph. Then answer the question that follows. Perhaps you wanted pizza for dinner, but were out voted by the rest of the family who wanted chili. This is similar to what happens in a community. One person has to give up a right for the good of the group. Sometimes citizens' duties and rights conflict with each other. A good example is a public protest. People have the right to meet in groups and share ideas. However, a protest can disrupt traffic or other normal activities. A city must provide extra police protection to keep people safe. Therefore, the city has the right to require permission in advance for a protest. Government must make laws to balance the rights of individuals and different groups of people. Which of the following statements best describes this paragraph? The paragraph describes the purpose of laws in a community but lacks the use of any text connections. The paragraph describes a simple comparison between a family protest and a community protest. The paragraph uses categories of comparison to judge whether individual or group rights are most important. The paragraph uses the analogy of a family is to choosing dinner as a community is to balancing rights and safety.