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The name “the osprey garden” in paragraph 4 gives the reader the impression of —

What is D ospreys living together as thickly as flowers

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Which statement best expresses the theme of the story?

C Trust is an important part of friendship.

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To think deeply about something that makes one unhappy.
What is brood?
100

The narrator's point of view. Provide textual evidence for your answer: "You must get the golden key from the Sugar Toast Forest," said the Peanut Butter Wizard. He knew that their quest would be hard, so he gave them a bit of advice, "All you have is one another, so stick together." Jelly Girl and Banana Boy nodded eagerly. They were both afraid of the Sugar Toast Forest. Neither of them had ever left home before, but they had heard tales, frightful tales.

What is Third-Person Omniscient Explanation: That was third-person omniscient because the narrator reveals the internal thoughts and feelings of more than one character (Peanut Butter Wizard, Jelly Girl, and Banana Boy).

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The main purpose of the article is to —

What is D provide information about ospreys

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Which of these best describes the author’s word choice in paragraph 4?

What is H "factual"

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The theme of the story: The Crow and the Pitcher A CROW perishing with thirst saw a pitcher, and hoping to findwater, flew to it with delight. When he reached it, he discovered to his grief that it contained so little water that he could not possibly get at it. He tried everything he could think of to reach the water, but all his efforts were in vain. At last he collected as many stones as he could carry and dropped them one by one with his beak into the pitcher, until he brought the water within his reach and thus saved his life.
What is If at first you don't succeed, try and try again.
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An object or color which represents a deeper meaning.
What is symbolism?
200
The narrator's point of view. Provide evidence: You shouldn't argue with people on the Internet. It is a waste of time and energy. Do you want to spend your precious life energy trying to type sense into some delusional fool who will only hate you for your efforts? No, you don't. The next time someone makes some outlandish claim that infuriates you, you should either ignore them, unfriend them, or block them. You will find these actions to be more satisfying than casting your pearls of wisdom before the likes of swine.
What is Second-Person Explanation: This is second-person because it is narrated from "your" perspective.
200
The lake waves were flakes of red gold.
What is a metaphor?
300

In paragraph 6, the phrase “Get away immediately” tells the reader

What is H what an angry bird call from an osprey means

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The theme of the story: The Mule in the Lion’s Skin An Mule once found a Lion’s skin which the hunters had left out in the sun to dry. He put it on and went towards his native village. All fled at his approach, both men and animals, and he was a proud Mule that day. In his delight he lifted up his voice and brayed, but then every one knew him, and his owner came up and gave him a sound cudgelling for the fright he had caused. And shortly afterwards a Fox came up to him and said: “Ah, I knew you by your voice.”
What is It is better to be called a fool quietly than to open your mouth and confirm suspicions.
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An educated guess made from observations.
What is an inference?
300

The narrator's point of view. Provide evidence: The Green Fox's legs were sore. He had been sitting on a tree branch for several hours waiting for the Sheriff. He believed that the Sheriff would be coming this way to transport some prisoners, one of whom might be the Green Fox's best friend, Lavender Luke. The Green Fox heard the sound of hooves approaching. He swung down from the branch by his knees and observed an armored carriage with the royal symbol on the door. "That's our mark. Get ready boys!" the Green Fox shouted to his men.

What is Third-Person Limited Explanation: That was third-person limited because the narrator reveals the internal thoughts and feelings of a single character (the Green Fox).

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A watery light Touched bleak the granite bridge, and white Without the slightest tinge of gold, The city shivered in the cold.
What is personification?
400

Based on paragraphs 6 and 7, the reader may conclude that —

What is A Samuel trusts Everett?

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In paragraph 4, the phrase “but none meant as much as his quarter collection” suggests that the collection —

What is H has personal value

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The place, time, period, and atmosphere of a story.
What is the setting?
400
The narrator's point of view. Provide evidence: The dishes flew and the engine of turmoil raged. That was sound of my parents fighting. I wish they got along, but wishes don't amount to much in the real world. Goals do, however. And I have several goals. For one, I want to go to college. For two, I want to get scholarships for college. And for three, I want to excel at something for which scholarships are offered. But, I don't . I mean, I really don't. I'm just an average Joe.
What is First-Person Explanation: That was first-person because the narrator tells the story first-hand, from the perspective of "I."
400

The technique being used is: I do not care to talk to you although / Your speech evokes a thousand sympathies,

What is a hyperbole

500

What does paragraph 16 reveal about Everett?

What is H He enjoys surprising his friends.

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Read this sentence from paragraph 13. What is the purpose of the sentence?

What is C To add suspense to the plot?

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Direct words from a passage to prove an answer.
What is textual evidence?
500

The narrator's point of view. Provide evidence: Bruce Hand felt hunger pangs as he sat in the bush. The birds twittered around him. He was waiting for his contact, Jet Hawkins. Bruce Hand checked his watch. He realized that Jet was late. Then he heard the sound of an engine. He looked through his binoculars and saw Jet's familiar orange and brown striped Humvee driving through the jungle. Bruce ran from the bush into the beaten path. "Jet, I'm here!" Bruce Hand shouted. The Humvee stopped.

What is Third-Person Limited Explanation: That was third-person limited because the narrator reveals the internal thoughts and feelings of a single character (Bruce Hand).

500

Your lips, light as the wings of the dragon-flies...

What is a simile?