Write an introductory paragraph that includes the thesis statement from part B. Keep these points in mind:

Open the paragraph with an interesting fact, quotation, or question to grab the reader's interest.
Include any needed background information about the story or author.
Present a thesis statement stating your claim.

Answer:

Evaluate your introductory paragraph based on how well it grabs the reader’s interest and presents the thesis you will argue.

Explanation:

Why is it important to write a theme as a statement rather than a word or phrase?
A theme statement proves that you've read and understood the contents of the book as the author intended.
A theme statement helps explain whether or not you agree with the author's message.
A theme statement connects the details of a book with a topic and explains what the book had to say about that topic.
A theme statement provides evidence by describing specific events from the story and how they support the theme.

Read article then give me 2 facts and a question you have for the author about birds.

Item 8
Read the novel excerpt.

Superhero 101: A Family Secret

Trace knew he would have to try to explain to his grandmother why he had missed her birthday party. He was dreading the conversation and the lie that he would inevitably have to tell. He thought telling her the truth would only open a Pandora’s box. He rang the doorbell, and his grandmother answered right away, like she had been waiting for him. He had called and told her he would try to come by sometime that day, but he had not given her a precise time.

She greeted him warmly, and he followed her into the kitchen where she had her customary jar of fresh-baked cookies ready for his indulgence. His grandmother was endearingly predictable. She had a daily routine and rarely deviated from it. Trace thought that given her lifestyle and penchant for routine and order, there was no way she would ever understand his life as Beetleman. He hated that he had no choice but to lie to his grandmother, whom he loved so much.

They sat at the kitchen table. His grandmother poured him an ice-cold glass of milk and filled a plate with her delicious chocolate chip cookies. Before he had a chance to apologize, his grandmother spoke. “Trace, I’m glad you called and came by today. I know you’re upset about missing my birthday party, but before you say anything about it, there is something I want to show you,” she said.

She went to a drawer and retrieved what appeared to be a large bracelet cuff made of silver. She handed it to Trace. He looked at it carefully. His grandmother moved his hands and pointed to something inscribed on the inside of the bracelet. “Look at this. It's what I wanted you to see,” she said as Trace read the words “Family First.” His heart sank when he read those words and recounted all the times that he had to sacrifice time with his family for his secret life.

His grandmother noticed his dejected expression. “Trace, I didn’t show you this to make you feel bad about your choices. I know that they aren’t always yours to make. This cuff belonged to your grandfather. He had those words inscribed because they are what kept him going and allowed him to make those same tough choices.”

Trace stared at this grandmother. What was she saying? His grandfather was a superhero too?

She continued, “Your grandfather loved helping people, just like you do. That’s where you got your gift—from him. Many times he had to miss family parties and outings because of his calling. But I always knew he did it for us—family first.”

Trace was astounded. He’d had no idea that his grandfather was a superhero; now he realized that he no longer had to lie to his grandmother. His parents had died when he was very young, and his grandparents had raised him. He recalled his grandfather missing his 10th birthday party and how upset and angry he had been at his grandfather. He had cried himself to sleep that night, wrongly thinking that he was not important to his grandfather.

Trace looked at the bracelet carefully, realizing that to him, it was as precious as the Hope diamond. He glanced up at his grandmother.

“His love for his family was his kryptonite,” his grandmother continued. “The only time he was weak was when you or I were in danger. He couldn’t bear the thought of anything happening to us after what happened to your parents.”
Question 1
Part A

What is an allusion in "Superhero 101: A Family Secret"?


the scene in which Trace's grandmother notices he is sad

the reference to the motto "Family First"

the reference to the grandfather's love and kryptonite

the scene in which Trace cries himself to sleep
Question 2
Part B

How does the allusion in Part A affect the meaning of the story?


It reminds readers that family is the most important thing..

It discloses to readers that Trace’s parents died mysteriously.

It shows readers that Trace is not a person of integrity and honesty.

It reveals to readers Trace’s grandfather’s biggest weakness.

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Which of the following sentences uses commas correctly?

A.
For the past two years Frank has played basketball, for the YMCA's 12 and under league.
B.
For the past two years Frank has played basketball for the YMCA's 12 and under league.
C.
For the past two years, Frank has played basketball, for the YMCA's 12 and under league.
D.
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Read article then give me 2 facts and a question you have for the author about birds.

The organization of this passage can be improved by

(1) Crackers can be made by first mixing flour, baking powder, salt, water, and oil. (2) This forms dough, which is then flattened onto a cookie sheet. (3) Then, the squares of dough go into the oven for 10 to 12 minutes. (4) A knife is used to cut the flattened dough into squares. (5) Finally, they become crispy crackers.

A.
moving sentence 2 to after sentence 3.
B.
moving sentence 5 to after sentence 1.
C.
moving sentence 3 to after sentence 5.
D.
moving sentence 4 to after sentence 2.

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Pain By Natasha Hernandez

Pain gains like a train.
It takes so long to stop.
And it gains and gains on you like a train.
And you are too afraid to yell for help because you won’t be heard.
Because when you talk no one listens.
When you are in a room full of people you feel alone.
You scream for help but you will never make it out of that deep dark place.
The bluebird in your soul turned black like a crow and ate all of the flowers in your heart.
And stopped singing the beautiful song now all you hear are those voices in your head.
You pray for the end but it will never come.
Soon the pain runs you over it didn’t take your life but it took your voice and your love for the world.
You decide not to talk or enjoy life because it always lets you down.
You decide not to have feelings because you feel your feelings are what's causing you pain.
In that deep dark place, there is no door to escape.
You cant get help because the train took your voice.
All you can do is pray for the end because your pain gains and gains on you like a train.

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