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i have a snake, and i change his cage setup all the time just so i can watch him slither around and explore.

i think he loves it.. i think i may change my apts’ set-up now, come to think of it

By: papamoto22

so i was wondering…
what classes would you suggest i take in high school.

In 11th I plan on taking: AP English & AP Biology
In 12th I plan on taking: AP English & AP Calculus & AP Chinese & AP History.
(so a total of ten) is that to much? is it to little to get in a really good college?
I want to go to Chapel Hill, NC.

and can u give me some info about accountants and the jobs.
like i know about forensic accounts and stuff.
and websites would be perfect….

thanks a ton!!!

By: Amanda K

1. What type of literature is this selection? (1 point)
A:myth
B:journal
C:sermon
D:essay

2. Based on context clues in the selection, what is the best definition of pinnace? (1 point)
A:a type of sword
B:a type of sail
C:a type of compass
D:a type of boat

3. Which is the best paraphrase of sentence 1? (1 point)
A:We were sailing from Spain on September 14, 1585, when we experienced a few days of little wind.
B:We set sail on September 14, 1585, after taking a course in Spain and met with a few days of insufficient wind.
C:After returning home, we set off for Spain on a day with very light winds and periods of calm.
D:After we set sail for Spain on September 14, 1585, we experienced a few days of light winds or no winds at all.

4. Which is the best way to break down sentence 2 to understand its correct meaning? (1 point)
A:WHO and WHAT: Ship’s crew arrived at Spanish coastline
CENTRAL IDEA: Spotted a large group of divers
B:WHO and WHAT: Ship’s crew arrived at Spanish coastline
CENTRAL IDEA: Spotted a large group of Moors
C:WHO and WHAT: Ship’s crew arrived at Spanish coastline
CENTRAL IDEA: Spotted many different sailing ships

D:WHO and WHAT: Ship’s crew arrived at Spanish coastline
CENTRAL IDEA: Felt calm when they finished a difficult course of sailing

5. What is the author’s main purpose for writing this selection? (1 point)
A:to describe the quality of the winds they encountered during the voyage
B:to show bias against French ships and crews
C:to record the events that occured during the voyage
D:to provide details that prove that the General is a brave leader
Read the selection. Then, answer the questions that follow.

(1) Long, long ago, when our people first came to this land, it was totally flat and covered with dry sand. (2) As hard as the people worked, they were unable to grow trees for shelter or plants for food. (3) The land seemed merciless, and many people grew weak and suffered mortal illnesses. (4) One day, two young women walked out into the hot, dry desert. (5) “Please, Great Spirit,” they called to the sky. (6) “Please revive our land with rain, green plants, and rolling hills.” (7) The Great Spirit was moved by their prayer. (8) “Please,” they cried, “bring a rushing river filled with bountiful fish for us to eat.” (9) The omipotent Great Spirit brought a long rainy season to transform the land. (10) The sand washed away, causing hills to form along a rushing river’s bank. (11) Out of the drenched earth, green plants sprouted. (12) In modern times, our fertile and beautiful valley represents the Great Spirit’s reaction to the ancient women’s pleas for help.

6. Which sentence contains a cultural detail that signals how the people of a culture view religion? (1 point)
A:sentence 3
B:sentence 4
C:sentence 9
D:sentence 10

7. Which statement best summarizes the purpose of this origin myth? (1 point)
A:It explains how the features of the land came into being.
B:It describes the religious rites and traditions of a culture.
C:It describes the traditional roles and duties of women in a specific society.
D:It explains what causes several seasonal weather patterns.

8. Which statement best descibes the author’s point of view toward his topic? (1 point)
A:He fears the power that the Great SPirit has regarding life in the valley.
B:He is proud that his people survived their difficulties.
C:He is grateful that his people’s land is fertile and bountiful.
D:He is envious of people who feel that their prayers have been answered.

9. Which sentence contains an example of direct address? (1 point)
A:sentence 6
B:sentence 7
C:sentence 11
D:sentence 12

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