pare \pe(ǝ)r\ verb 1. to trim or remove a covering or outer layer 2. to reduce something gradually, in small increments. From Old French parer, to trim or prepare, from Latin parẽre, to make ready. Based on the dictionary definition, which sentence option correctly uses the word pare?
A. Hoping to ace the test, the study group member pared up with partners and studied for three hours.
B. At mother's insistence, Gianna pared down the pile of books for her trip until the ones she had left actually fit in her suitcase.
C. Carl looked at his overflowing laundry basket and realized that his Saturday chores would pare down so many clothes to wash.
D. Each day of tryouts, coach keeps only the best players in order to create a pared team.

Answer:

B At Mother's insistence, Gianna pared down the pile of books for her trip until the ones she had left actually fit in her suitcase.

Explanation:

That is the sentence that fits the meaning of the word.

Answer:

B

Explanation:

What are some synonyms for the word 'crazy'?

A) Pick two points of view to compare (those of Sharon, Rachel, or Jackie Robinson). Explain one way in which their views on Jackie’s early months in the major leagues were similar. Support your analysis with a quote from each text.

B) Pick two points of view to contrast (those of Sharon, Rachel, or Jackie Robinson). Explain one way in which their views on Jackie’s early months in the major leagues were different. Support your analysis with a quote from each text.


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How would I know if reasoning was sound in an argument?

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 the following excerpt from a science fiction narrative about settling a new planet:

The rover landed with a soft puff of dust. Captain Mick and the other crewmembers descended its steps, one by one, amazed at the exotic landscape.


(1) “Private Finn, you collect soil samples. And, Private Riley, keep track of any and all field notes. We’ve got to have a report back to home base by end of day,” Captain Mick instructed.


(2) “Yes, sir,” replied Privates Finn and Riley.


(3) “We’ve got a lot of work ahead of us. Let’s get to it,” Riley said.


(4) “I’m ready whenever you are,” Finn said.

Which option in the dialogue from the excerpt BEST advances the narrative’s events?

A.
option 1
B.
option 2
C.
option 3
D.
option 4

Find one example of Paul’s father treating Black people differently than white people. Then find an example of him treating people equally.
(The story is The Land)

Why might a country's revenue increase while hosting an event like the Olympics or World Cup?

Select the correct text in the passage.
Which three lines in the speech "Blood, Toll, Tears, and Sweat" demonstrate Winston Churchill's prediction of how war will impact Great Britain's
future?
I hope that any of my friends and colleagues, or former colleagues, who are affected by the political reconstruction, will make all allowances for
any lack of ceremony with which it has been necessary to act. I would say to the House, as I said to those who have joined the government"
have nothing to offer but blood, toll, tears and sweat."
We have before us an ordeal of the most grievous kind. We have before us many, many long months of struggle and of suffering. You ask, what
is our policy? I will say, it is to wage war, by sea, land and air, with all our might and with all the strength that God can give us; to wage war
against a monstrous tyranny, never surpassed in the dark and lamentable catalogue of human crime. That is our policy. You ask, what is our
aim? I can answer in one word: victory. Victory at all costs, victory in spite of all terror, victory, however long and hard the road may be; for
without victory, there is no survival. Let that be realised, no survival for the British Empire, no survival for all that the British Empire has stood
for, no survival for the urge and impulse of the ages, that mankind will move forward towards its goal
But I take up my task with buoyancy and hope. I feel sure that our cause will not be suffered to fall among men

What role does the dialogue play in this excerpt from The Hound of the Baskervilles by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle?

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.
For the past two years, Frank has played basketball for the YMCA's 12 and under league.

Don’t get confused! The terms immigrant and emigrant can refer to the same person. An easy way to remember it is to look at the first letters of the words. An emigrant exits and an immigrant moves into. If a German woman left her home in Berlin, she emigrated from Germany. If she settled in London, she immigrated to England. A migrant is a person who moves but might not be planning a permanent relocation.

Chani left Israel and moved to France when she was 18. Chani is an

A. emigrant from Israel and an immigrant to France.
B. immigrant to Israel and an emigrant from France.
C. immigrant to Israel and France.
D. emigrant from Israel and France.

You are a frightened owl Blinded by the light of life
simile
metaphor
hyperbole
personification

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Read this excerpt from "The People Could Fly"
He turned into an eagle. He flew to the father's garden. He fought with the hog, but he couldn't get the better of it. So he called for the lion, said. "Ai, ai! Make of me a lion, King of the Animals." He turned into a lion. He fought with the hog. As soon as he began to fight, the father of the girl became sick. The more Anton beat the hog, the sicker the father became. Finally, Anton killed the hog. He opened it up and took out the egg. He broke the egg and the father died.
How does the plot influence characterization in this excerpt?

A. The rising action reveals the father's cruelty.
B. The rising action suggests that Anton follows orders.
C. The climax shows that the father is courageous.
D. The climax proves that Anton is determined. **

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The custom of electronic payments began in 1860 when Western Union used the telegram for electronic fund transfer. In 1946, John Biggins, who worked for the Flatbush National Bank in Brooklyn, New York, tried an experiment. His bank issued cards, which customers then used to make purchases. The bank paid stores for the purchases and collected debts from card holders. Biggins’ “Charg-It” became the first credit card.


Why did the author include this paragraph?

*WILL MARK BRAINLIEST*

(20) The first year after we cleaned out the bed of the stream, the basin was bare and ugly. (21) But something strange happened. (22) By the end of the year, grass and plants that were hidden by trash began to grow. (23) I’ve always loved the smell of freshly cut grass. (24) The stream began to flow after winter rains, and more animals began to wander into the area to nibble in the clean, grassy basin.

(25) My brother and I went to the stream. (26) My brother was walking at a steady pace, but suddenly he stopped and held up his hand. (27) “Shh,” he whispered. (28) Up ahead about 10 yards, I could see a doe drinking from the creek, her head bent down. (29) I must have stepped on a dry leaf, because suddenly her ears popped up, and she looked right at us. (30) Then she sprang off into the woods.

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Thomas would like to provide a better transition between the fifth paragraph (sentences 20–24) and the sixth paragraph (sentences 25–30).

Which of the following should replace sentence 25 to achieve this goal?

A) One day my brother and I hiked down the cliffs into the basin to explore the stream.
B) Then my brother and I hurried to visit the stream to see the flowing water.
C) After a while my brother and I decided to go hiking, and we traveled to the stream.
D) In the meantime my brother and I thought it would be fun to explore the stream.

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“Short life and long fame for me,” said Achilles, fingering his sword.
So his father gave him fifty ships, fully manned, and Patroclus to go with him for his friend and sword-companion. And his mother, weeping still, armed him in his father's armor; glorious war gear that Hephaestus, the smith of the gods, had made for him.
—Black Ships Before Troy,
Rosemary Sutcliff
This passage means Achilles is destined toand be known for his.
This section helps confirm that a theme of the story is.

Suppose you need to write a research report on Harriet Tubman. You have found Harriet Tubman, Conductor as a possible source. Take notes from this text by paraphrasing at least six pieces of information for your report, and explain how you plan to use each piece..

Why would a pioneer traveler record events in a journal?

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

“Sometimes at night I can feel them, the pictures, like ants, crawling on my skin” is an example of what figurative language?

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.

3. Beauty calls and gives no warning,
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Deep in the Earth's crust, almost a mile beneath the ocean floor, a pool of superheated magma pushes against the surface layer of rock. At several thousand degrees Fahrenheit, the heat and pressure are awesome. The rock layer buckles, and a ridge on the ocean floor rises several meters before slamming downward and outward. The molten rock and superheated steam explode, and two huge rock plates, each thousands of miles wide, are pushed a few centimeters apart. A few centimeters doesn’t sound like much, but an entire continent has suddenly moved. The resulting earthquake sends an undersea shock wave across the ocean. Minutes later, thousands of miles away, that shock wave, called a tsunami, crashes into shore.The explanation for the forces that unleash killer tsunamis, massive earthquakes, and exploding volcanoes, lies in tectonic plates. These are the huge rock plates underneath the continents.
What can happen when tectonic plates move a few centimeters?
A. The atmosphere can become cooler.
B. Whole continents can move.
C. The ozone layer can thicken.
D. The moon can move closer to Earth.