That winter, it was cold almost every day. I walked to school in the
snow and warmed myself up by creating dance steps along the way.
One day, an older woman stuck her head out of a storefront. The sign
on the store's awning read "Dance Studio in large black letters. "You're
pretty good," she told me. "You could be great." In that moment, I was a
newborn baby, seeing the world for the first time.
Biography of George Benjamin
The dancer George Benjamin did not discover his talent for me
until he was 15. This was later than most of his peers. Most of ti
had been dancing since they were old enough to walk. A chance
encounter with an elderly ballerina introduced him to formal dance
training. From that moment, he was hooked.
Which sentence best explains the main difference in the way the two
passages use a literary device?


A. The memoir uses a traditional chronological structure, while the
biography uses foreshadowing to suggest what is to come.
B. The memoir uses descriptive imagery to set the scene visually,
while the biography relies on a metaphor to summarize the events
from George's perspective.
C. The memoir uses a metaphor to emphasize the emotional effect
of the encounter on George, while the biography focuses on
comparing George with others.
D. The memoir uses personification to set the scene, while the
biography relies on similes to accomplish the same goal

Answer:

B.

The memoir uses descriptive imagery to set the scene visually,

while the biography relies on a metaphor to summarize the events

from George's perspective.

C. Identifying Common and Proper Nouns in Paragraphs
Circle the noun(s) in each sentence. On the lines below, write whether each noun
is common or proper.
11. _____________________________
12. _____________________________
13. _____________________________
14. _____________________________
15. _____________________________
(11) Our class had a special visitor. (12) Gary Johnson, a scientist, came to
talk to us. (13) He told us all about animals. (14) Some animals are
producers. (15) Producers produce food. (16) Other animals, such as the
African lion, are consumers. (17) Consumers eat food. (18) Mr. Johnson said
there are also decomposers. (19) Decomposers break down food. (20) They
are also called scavengers.

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Speaking loudly and enunciating are the same thing.
A. True
B.False

Personal Narratives describe one event or time period in the narrator's life.

•True

•False

"It rained on his lousy tombstone.
It rained on the grass on his stomach.
It rained all over the place."
The above is an example of:
O Oxymoron
Euphemism
Repetition

Read the paragraph.
My brother Steven has wanted to drive ever since he was old enough to know what a car is. He
has no trouble steering, but his feet can't apply enough pressure to the gas pedal or the brake.
Do you know of a mechanism he could use to make a car completely hand controlled?
The root mechan means "machine." The suffix -ism means "act, practice, or process." Based
on this information, what does mechanism mean in the paragraph?

Read the excerpt from The Hot Zone. Gene Johnson, the Ajax of this biological war, paced back and forth across the loading dock among a pile of camouflaged military trunks—his stockpile of gear from Kitum Cave. The trunks contained field space suits, battery packs, rubber gloves, surgical scrub suits, syringes, needles, drugs, dissection tools, flashlights, one or two human surgery packs, blunt scissors, sample bags, plastic bottles, pickling preservatives, biohazard bags marked with red flowers, and hand-pumped garden sprayers for spraying bleach on space suits and objects that needed to be decontaminated. The main purpose of the jargon in this excerpt is to describe the setting in vivid and accurate detail convince the reader that the text is nonfiction make the text seem more genuine and authentic prove that the writer is an expert on the subject

Which of these inferences about the narrator’s relationship with other races is best supported by the essay?

The thesis statement of an argumentative speech is also known as what

How to write a thesis on the essay sir gawain

Make a sentence from the words (yet)

A B C order for fall
Directions Write each list in ABC order.
List #1
Pumpkin
Harvest
Crow
Acorn
Fall
List #2
Apples
Farmer
Sunflower
Tree
Corn
List # 3
Leaves
Red
Yellow
Orange
Brown

How would the story be different if it were told entirely from the adult child’s point of view in 50 years gone by

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How does Kennedy structure his speech to support his central claim?

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your opinion/thoughts about "The controlling attitude of humankind is extended to nature, when in fact, humanity is part of nature"​

A friend of yours who has been living in Europe for some years has written to invite you to join him. Write a reply to his letter giving, at least, three reasons why you would rather remain in your country
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JOE'S DILEMMA (Part One) Joe crouched very still watching the chameleon in the underbrush. He was fascinated as he watched the small lizard change colors as it moved from spot to spot. Joe had already seen him change from brown to green. Now as he sat near the yellow leaf, Joe could see him changing again. "People are like the chameleon," Joe thought, "except the chameleon has an excuse—survival. People change depending on who they are trying to impress. It's funny how someone can be your friend until someone more important comes along." Joe kicked at the rocks and the chameleon scurried away. He was tired of watching him anyway. He'd better get on home before his mother started wondering what was taking him so long. As Joe approached the back door, he could smell supper. "Wash up; dinner is almost ready. Where have you been?" asked Frances Walker, Joe's mother. "I stopped awhile to think, Mom," answered Joe. "Anything you want to talk about?" Mrs. Walker asked. "Maybe later, Mom," said Joe as he walked back to his room. Mom tried to understand, but she always tried to fix things, and sometimes made things worse. This thing between Rick and him would have to be worked out between them. The next morning Joe rushed out the door, late for school. "Joe, take this muffin if you're not going to have time for breakfast. You need something to eat before you go to school." "Thanks, Mom. I didn't realize it was so late," said Joe, stuffing the muffin in his mouth. "Bye, hon," said Mom. "There's Rick. Guess you're both running late this morning." "Wait up, Joe. What's your hurry?" said Rick as he rushed to catch Joe. "Oh, hi Rick. Don't want to be late for school, that's all," Joe said. "We've still got time. I hear the team we're playing for the district championship is hard to beat," said Rick. "Yeh, but so are we," replied Joe. "That is, if all our team keeps up their grades." "I'll find out if I get to play today. I have to make a 95 on that math test I took yesterday to bring my average up. I studied really hard, and memorized all those math facts. I think I did fine though," said Rick. "Yeah," thought Joe, "I'm sure you did make the grade; but not because you studied. I wish I hadn't seen you cheat, Rick. You're ambitious in the wrong way." "Is something wrong, Joe? You seem so quiet," Rick said. Before Joe could answer, Rick yelled out to Jonathan and Brett, "Hey, wait up guys. What's going on?" "We were just talking about the game on Friday night. We'll tear them up," laughed Brett. As the threesome walked ahead, Joe slowed down. "It's the same old story," he said to himself. "Good ol' Joe is fine until somebody better comes along. Why does Rick even like those guys? Everybody knows they're always in trouble. They're rubbing off on Rick. I wonder if that's why Rick cheated." By the time Joe arrived at his locker, everyone seemed to be surrounding Rick. Apparently Rick enjoyed the attention. "No wonder he liked all the physical exercise he does. Maybe I'm just jealous," thought Joe. "He's so popular. I need to learn to behave and think differently." "Rick, you're the best guy on the team. You just have to qualify. If you don't, they'll put Joe in the starting line-up. We need you, man." Joe couldn't tell for sure who said that. He hid behind his locker door. He knew he wasn't as good a player as Rick, but he could hold his own. He was as diligent as the next guy. Besides, he was no cheater. All he'd have to do is tell Mrs. Marshall he saw Rick cheat and Rick wouldn't get to play. What would happen then? Joe began to groan as he thought about it all. "Who's the chameleon, Rick or me?" he asked himself. He knew cheating was wrong, but he sure didn't want to tell on Rick. Later that afternoon as he moved in the direction of the math classroom, Joe could see Mrs. Marshall was handing out the math tests. "Rick," she said, "I'm glad to see your grades are improving. Keep up the good work." Rick looked down at his paper and mumbled, "Thanks." Joe thought Rick looked a little uncomfortable, but he couldn't tell for sure. It looks like all of our team will be playing in the championship game," said Mrs. Marshall. "I hope you put in as much effort in Friday's game as you did in studying for this test." "Oh, Mrs. Marshall? Joe asked raising his hand. "Yes Joe?" replied Mrs. Marshall. "May I see you after class?" Joe asked. "Yes, Joe. I have about ten minutes," replied Mrs. Marshall. Question Do you identify more with Joe or Rick? In one to two sentences explain why you think this.

Which is an example of a dependent clause?
generally she prefers baseball to soccer
the game resumed later that afternoon
as the storm approaches from the north
comfortable uniforms were necessary

What is the writing style in one writers beginning?

Which two themes are found in this poem

Which element should be included in both defending and challenging an op-ed?
O a counterclaim thesis statement
O reasons why the claim is correct
O a clearly articulated rebuttal
O strong evidence as support

What role does the magic play in the alchemist? I need help writing a essay ab that prompt it’s due in 1 day can anyone help ???!!!

01.04 Worksheet

The Reefs

By Marcella Morris

She clutched her lab work to her side and walked briskly towards school. The snow fell in typical New York flurries, and the ground was still icy from last night’s freeze. Careful not to slip, she climbed the steps and crossed the campus toward the science building.

"What am I doing?" she murmured. Sophie’s worst habit was talking to herself in public. "I have been warned."

"You are just a high-school kid, Sophie," they warned. "What makes you think you are capable of solving this crucial environmental issue? Stop wasting your time." The professors would not give her laboratory time to complete research nor would they share their expertise with her.

But, she could not stop.

After a snorkeling trip she took with her aunt to the coral reefs, she felt that something had shifted inside her. The snorkeling guide made one fact very clear: these colonies of tiny organisms would not last. In fact, we’d be lucky if they lasted five more years. She cared about the safety of these coral reefs more than she has cared about anything for a long, long time. She had to do something for the fragile, endangered habitat with its fish, mollusks, worms, crustaceans, and many more.

She used her money to create a lab at her aunt’s house. She worked tirelessly--endlessly--sleeping only when she had to.

"It’s what Mom and Dad would have done," she thought.

Sophie's best friend, Sam, would hang out with her every day--eating pizza, fries, and whatever else he could get his hands on, keeping her company with his humor while she worked on her experiments. And now, she has a biological solution in her hands.

She hesitated at the door to the labs. Nervously, she shifted her lab report from one hand to the other.

"I know that I have an innovative approach to solving the coral reef issue and I know I can help," she said to no one.

The image of being ridiculed by these professors delayed her entry. She stood outside the door, wanting to run back--wanting to hide--glued to the icy spot.

"Hey, Sophie!" She turned at the unexpected sound of Sam’s voice.

"I’ve been…trying to catch up with you," he panted, out of breath. "Let’s go in and…show them…what you’ve got."

Sophie tilted her head, smiled at Sam, and opened the door. She walked confidently to the front, laid out her research on the podium, and began her presentation. When her presentation ended, it was to the enthusiastic sound of the scientists’ applause.

Part 1–Graphic Organizer How does the theme develop?

Write a one paragraph analysis of the story that explains how theme develops in, "The Reefs."

What other country do you think provides more freedom and opportunities than the United States?

should the government spy on citizens?

A syllogism is a form of informal logic.
True
False

Compared to the average rate of speech, the rate of thinking is
about?
four times as fast
half as fast
twice as fast
o the same