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Which best explains the use of subheadings in the selection? A. They make complicated material more simple. B. They emphasize the most significant alcohol problems. C. They show the relationships among the sections. D. They highlight the parts of the body that drinking effects. ____________________________________________ Body FX: Alcohol Some of the slang names for alcohol are booze, sauce, brewskis, hooch, hard stuff, and juice. Don’t worry about trying to fit in or be cool when it comes to drinking alcohol. Most teens aren’t drinking alcohol. Drinking is not as common or as “cool” as some people would like you to believe it is. Alcohol is in drinks like beer, wine, liquor, wine coolers, whiskey, liqueurs, and even some coffee drinks. If you are not sure whether the drink you are going to have has alcohol in it, check the label. If there is alcohol in the drink, it has to say so on the label—it’s the law. If you are still not sure or can’t tell from the label, ask a trusted adult. Alcohol is really unhealthy for our bodies. It is considered a central nervous system (CNS) depressant. The main job of the CNS is to send signals throughout the body. For example, the CNS tells you when to raise your hand in class or how to jump over a hurdle. Our brains think of the actions it wants our bodies to do and sends messages to that part of the body. When this system is slowed down by alcohol, the body can’t react as quickly to the messages the brain is sending. That is why it is important for people not to drive after they drink alcohol. Besides harming the central nervous system, alcohol can weaken our immune system and make us more likely to get sick or develop diseases. Here are the parts of my body that could be damaged by alcohol if I chose to drink—yuck! Heart Drinking alcohol could cause your blood pressure to rise, increase your heart rate, cause your heart to beat abnormally, and it could increase the size of your heart. All of these things are bad for you. If you have an irregular heartbeat, you won’t be able to play sports or exercise as well as you normally could. Stomach Drinking alcohol over a long period of time could cause stomach ulcers or stomach cancer. Liver Drinking alcohol could cause diseases such as cirrhosis (pronounced “sir-O-sis”), inflamed liver (hepatitis), or even cancer of the liver. The liver is the largest organ in our body. Its job is to keep poisons like germs and bacteria out of our blood. The liver also makes the protein that causes our blood to clot, and clotting is what causes scabs to form and makes us stop bleeding when we get a cut. We need our liver so we can stay healthy and so our bodies stay clean. Cirrhosis is a disease that damages the liver. It weakens the liver’s ability to clot and keep our blood free from poisons and bacteria. People can get cirrhosis in different ways, but drinking too much alcohol is the most common way. Brain Drinking alcohol leads to a loss of coordination, poor judgment, slowed reflexes, distorted vision, memory lapses, and even blackouts. This means alcohol won’t let you do the things you normally do that require coordination and skill. You can’t ride a bike, inline skate, play sports, or even walk in a straight line.
What is they highlight the parts of the body that drinking effects?
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How does this information best benefit someone reading the selection? A. encourages the reader to become a scientist who specializes in geology B. helps the reader to understand the origins of Earth Science Week C. tells the reader how to call a toll-free number to reserve a seat D. persuades the reader to contribute to the Congressional Record _______________________________________________ Earth Science Week We hope that you will join us in celebrating Earth Science Week. Started in 1998, it is celebrated each year during the second full week of October. Earth Science Week gives geoscientists, teachers, youth leaders, and parents special opportunities to help students explore and discover connections between their lives and the Earth. Participating in Earth Science Week activities can help them develop a sense of responsibility for use and protection of the natural resources and the environment. Earth Science Week gained Congressional recognition on July 15, 1998, when Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) entered the Earth Science Week resolution into the Congressional Record. In his statement, the Senator said, “Today I want to recognize the important role played by the Earth sciences in expanding our economy, supporting our national goals, and increasing our knowledge of the larger world.” Earth Science Week is also gaining official recognition at the state level, as governors issue proclamations. 3 Establishing Earth Science Week in 1998 was one of the American Geological Institute's major 50th anniversary initiatives. The institute and its member societies, which are listed on the back cover, welcome your interest. An important part of AGI's mission is to increase public awareness and understanding of the Earth sciences. Celebrating Earth Science Week across the nation can achieve that goal. Won't you join us? Susan M. Landon AGI President, 1998 Samuel S. Adams Chair, AGI 50th Anniversary Planning Committee
What is helps the reader to understand the origins of Earth Science Week?
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The poet probably compares the moon to a comma because of its A shape B location C purpose D importance _______________________________________________ Winter Dark by Lilian Moore Winter dark comes early mixing afternoon and night. Soon there’s a comma of a moon, and each streetlight along the way puts its period to the end of day. Now a neon sign punctuates the dark with a bright blinking breathless exclamation mark!
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Which identifies the selection as fiction? A. the setting taking place in a castle B. the two brothers being turned to stone C. the conflict between the three brothers D. the references to bee’s nests and honey ______________________________________________ The Queen Bee by the Brothers Grimm Two king’s sons once started to seek adventures, and fell into a wild, reckless way of living, and gave up all thoughts of going home again. Their third and youngest brother, who was called Witling, and had remained behind, started off to seek them; and when at last he found them, they jeered at this simplicity in thinking that he could make his way in the world, while they, who were so much cleverer, were unsuccessful. But they all three went on together until they came to an ant-hill, which the two eldest brothers wished to stir up, and that they might see the little ants hurry about in their fright and carrying off their eggs, but Witling said, “Leave the little creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be disturbed.” And they went on farther until they came to a lake, where a number of ducks were swimming about. The two eldest brothers wanted to catch a couple and cook them, but Witling would not allow it, and said, “Leave the creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be killed.” And then they came to a bee’s nest in a tree, and there was so much honey in it that it overflowed and ran down the trunk. The two eldest brothers then wanted to make a fire beneath the tree, that the bees might be stifled by the smoke, and then they could get the honey. But Witling prevented them, saying, “Leave the little creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be stifled.” At last the three brothers came to a castle where there were in the stables many horses standing, all of stone, and the brothers went through all the rooms until they came to a door at the end secured with three locks, and in the middle of the door a small opening through which they could look into the room. And they saw a little grey-haired man sitting at a table. They called out to him once, twice, and he did not hear, but at the third time he got up, undid the locks, and came out. Without speaking a word he led them to a table loaded with all sorts of good things, and when they had eaten and drunk he showed to each his bed-chamber. The next morning the little grey man came to the eldest brother, and beckoning him, brought him to a table of stone, on which were written three things directing by what means the castle could be delivered from its enchantment. The first thing was, that in the wood under the moss lay the pearls belonging to the princess—a thousand in number—and they were to be sought for and collected, and if he who should undertake the task had not finished it by sunset, if but one pearl were missing, he must be turned to stone. So the eldest brother went out, and searched all day, but at the end of it he had only found one hundred; just as was said on the table of stone came to pass and he was turned into stone. The second brother undertook the adventure next day, but it fared with him no better than with the first: he found two hundred pearls, and was turned into stone. And so at last it was Witling’s turn, and he began to search in the moss: but it was a very tedious business to find the pearls, and he grew so out of heart that he sat down on a stone and began to weep. As he was sitting thus, up came the ant-king with five thousand ants, whose lives had been saved through Witling’s pity, and it was not very long before the little insects had collected all the pearls and put them in a heap. Now the second thing ordered by the table of stone was to get the key of the princess’ sleeping-chamber out of the lake. And when Witling came to the lake, the ducks whose lives he had saved came swimming, and dived below, and brought up the key from the bottom. The third thing that had to be done was the most difficult, and that was to choose out the youngest and loveliest of the three princesses, as they lay sleeping. All bore a perfect resemblance each to the other, and only differed in this, that before they went to sleep each one had eaten a different sweetmeat, the eldest a piece of sugar, the second a little syrup, and the third a spoonful of honey. Now the Queen-bee of those bees that Witling had protected from the fire came at this moment, and trying the lips of all three, settled on those of the one that had eaten honey, and so it was that the king’s son knew which to choose. Then the spell was broken; every one awoke from stony sleep, and took their right form again. And Witling married the youngest and loveliest princess, and became king after her father’s death. But his two brothers, who he had saved from their fate as stone statues, had to put up with the two other sisters.
What is the two brothers being turned to stone?
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What does the word “repentant” mean in line 25? A. foolish B. regretful C. shameless D. inflexible ____________________________________________ THE OLD AND NEW SHOES “Good bye, get away, you ugly old things!” Said a little boy once to his shoes; “All stubbed are your toes, all twisted your strings, You’re wrinkled, one-sided, and loose. 5 “But here are my new ones, so shiny and bright, They are almost as smooth as my skin; How stiff they are, too! how straight and upright! How snug my feet feel now they’re in!” So saying, he gave to his old shoes a kick, 10 And strutted with pride to the door; His unkindness had cut the old shoes to the quick, For nothing contempt can endure. “Master Frank, Master Frank, stop a while, if you please,” (’Twas one of the shoes he heard call); 15 “Our soles cannot bear such insults as these, And your pride, Sir, will soon have a fall.” Frank stood still with wonder and looked at the shoe, But could not see into the matter; At last he exclaimed,— 20 “As they’ve nothing to do,suppose, like poll parrot, they chatter." So he opened the door, and walked down the stairs; His shoes were too stiff to go fast; But let us observe him, and see how he fares, How repentant poor Frank was at last. 25 His shoes were so smooth that he could but just stand, So tight, that they pinched in his toes; He could only sit still, and try to look grand, And remember he had on new shoes. But Fido ran in, who loved little Frank, 30 And the shoes were remembered no more; They began to cut capers, but at the first prank Down tumbled poor Frank on the floor. He was a brave boy, he thought not of crying, He said, “Never mind,” though in pain; 35 He whistled to Fido, but there is no denying He fell down again and again. He went to his bed with his heart full of sorrow; He said to the nurse,—“I should choose, If you please, when I’m dressed, my good Betsey, tomorrow, 40 To put on my easy old shoes. “See how red my toes are, and I’m all black and blue; I don’t like my new shoes at all.” “Ah! you see,” answered Betsey, “what I told you was true; Your shoes, Master Frank, are too small.” 45 His old shoes he was glad in the morning to see, And, forgetting his trouble and pain, “How happy,” said he, “my poor toes will be To get into the old shoes again.” The voice of the old shoe now once more was heard:— 50 “Master Frank, will you please to attend? I wish, with your leave, to say just a word,— ’Tis a word of advice from a friend. “Never part with old shoes till they part from you; Let your new ones be always well tried; 55 Old shoes and old friends are far better than new, And, trust me, more worthy of pride. “Our strings and our toes are bad, we must own, But they can be easily mended. I have done,” said the shoe, in a kind, easy tone, 60 And it gaped as the lecture was ended. New toes and new heels now the old shoes have got, New strings, too, their beauty renew; Frank wears them in peace, and has never forgot The words of the friendly old shoe.
What is regretful?
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Which statement is best supported by the information in the selection? A. Only adults have drinking problems. B. Alcohol is less dangerous than most drugs. C. Alcohol is only bad in large quantities. D. Alcohol can cause severe damage to a person’s body. ___________________________________________ Body FX: Alcohol Some of the slang names for alcohol are booze, sauce, brewskis, hooch, hard stuff, and juice. Don’t worry about trying to fit in or be cool when it comes to drinking alcohol. Most teens aren’t drinking alcohol. Drinking is not as common or as “cool” as some people would like you to believe it is. Alcohol is in drinks like beer, wine, liquor, wine coolers, whiskey, liqueurs, and even some coffee drinks. If you are not sure whether the drink you are going to have has alcohol in it, check the label. If there is alcohol in the drink, it has to say so on the label—it’s the law. If you are still not sure or can’t tell from the label, ask a trusted adult. Alcohol is really unhealthy for our bodies. It is considered a central nervous system (CNS) depressant. The main job of the CNS is to send signals throughout the body. For example, the CNS tells you when to raise your hand in class or how to jump over a hurdle. Our brains think of the actions it wants our bodies to do and sends messages to that part of the body. When this system is slowed down by alcohol, the body can’t react as quickly to the messages the brain is sending. That is why it is important for people not to drive after they drink alcohol. Besides harming the central nervous system, alcohol can weaken our immune system and make us more likely to get sick or develop diseases. Here are the parts of my body that could be damaged by alcohol if I chose to drink—yuck! Heart Drinking alcohol could cause your blood pressure to rise, increase your heart rate, cause your heart to beat abnormally, and it could increase the size of your heart. All of these things are bad for you. If you have an irregular heartbeat, you won’t be able to play sports or exercise as well as you normally could. Stomach Drinking alcohol over a long period of time could cause stomach ulcers or stomach cancer. Liver Drinking alcohol could cause diseases such as cirrhosis (pronounced “sir-O-sis”), inflamed liver (hepatitis), or even cancer of the liver. The liver is the largest organ in our body. Its job is to keep poisons like germs and bacteria out of our blood. The liver also makes the protein that causes our blood to clot, and clotting is what causes scabs to form and makes us stop bleeding when we get a cut. We need our liver so we can stay healthy and so our bodies stay clean. Cirrhosis is a disease that damages the liver. It weakens the liver’s ability to clot and keep our blood free from poisons and bacteria. People can get cirrhosis in different ways, but drinking too much alcohol is the most common way. Brain Drinking alcohol leads to a loss of coordination, poor judgment, slowed reflexes, distorted vision, memory lapses, and even blackouts. This means alcohol won’t let you do the things you normally do that require coordination and skill. You can’t ride a bike, inline skate, play sports, or even walk in a straight line.
What is Alcohol can cause severe damage to a person’s body?
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How does the author use the invitation to help the reader understand the importance of Earth Science Week? A. by explaining the objectives of the mission B. by outlining the activities for each participant C. by describing the potential benefits of becoming involved D. by illustrating current environmental issues _______________________________________________ Earth Science Week We hope that you will join us in celebrating Earth Science Week. Started in 1998, it is celebrated each year during the second full week of October. Earth Science Week gives geoscientists, teachers, youth leaders, and parents special opportunities to help students explore and discover connections between their lives and the Earth. Participating in Earth Science Week activities can help them develop a sense of responsibility for use and protection of the natural resources and the environment. Earth Science Week gained Congressional recognition on July 15, 1998, when Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) entered the Earth Science Week resolution into the Congressional Record. In his statement, the Senator said, “Today I want to recognize the important role played by the Earth sciences in expanding our economy, supporting our national goals, and increasing our knowledge of the larger world.” Earth Science Week is also gaining official recognition at the state level, as governors issue proclamations. 3 Establishing Earth Science Week in 1998 was one of the American Geological Institute's major 50th anniversary initiatives. The institute and its member societies, which are listed on the back cover, welcome your interest. An important part of AGI's mission is to increase public awareness and understanding of the Earth sciences. Celebrating Earth Science Week across the nation can achieve that goal. Won't you join us? Susan M. Landon AGI President, 1998 Samuel S. Adams Chair, AGI 50th Anniversary Planning Committee
What is by explaining the objectives of the mission?
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The poet probably associates streetlights with periods to suggest that streetlights A are too dim to be exclamation points B signal that something has ended C are smaller than the moon D represent a change in activity _______________________________________________ Winter Dark by Lilian Moore Winter dark comes early mixing afternoon and night. Soon there’s a comma of a moon, and each streetlight along the way puts its period to the end of day. Now a neon sign punctuates the dark with a bright blinking breathless exclamation mark!
What is signal that something has ended?
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Which literary element does the use of symbolism help the reader recognize? A. theme B. simile C. setting D. character _____________________________________________ The Queen Bee by the Brothers Grimm Two king’s sons once started to seek adventures, and fell into a wild, reckless way of living, and gave up all thoughts of going home again. Their third and youngest brother, who was called Witling, and had remained behind, started off to seek them; and when at last he found them, they jeered at this simplicity in thinking that he could make his way in the world, while they, who were so much cleverer, were unsuccessful. But they all three went on together until they came to an ant-hill, which the two eldest brothers wished to stir up, and that they might see the little ants hurry about in their fright and carrying off their eggs, but Witling said, “Leave the little creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be disturbed.” And they went on farther until they came to a lake, where a number of ducks were swimming about. The two eldest brothers wanted to catch a couple and cook them, but Witling would not allow it, and said, “Leave the creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be killed.” And then they came to a bee’s nest in a tree, and there was so much honey in it that it overflowed and ran down the trunk. The two eldest brothers then wanted to make a fire beneath the tree, that the bees might be stifled by the smoke, and then they could get the honey. But Witling prevented them, saying, “Leave the little creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be stifled.” At last the three brothers came to a castle where there were in the stables many horses standing, all of stone, and the brothers went through all the rooms until they came to a door at the end secured with three locks, and in the middle of the door a small opening through which they could look into the room. And they saw a little grey-haired man sitting at a table. They called out to him once, twice, and he did not hear, but at the third time he got up, undid the locks, and came out. Without speaking a word he led them to a table loaded with all sorts of good things, and when they had eaten and drunk he showed to each his bed-chamber. The next morning the little grey man came to the eldest brother, and beckoning him, brought him to a table of stone, on which were written three things directing by what means the castle could be delivered from its enchantment. The first thing was, that in the wood under the moss lay the pearls belonging to the princess—a thousand in number—and they were to be sought for and collected, and if he who should undertake the task had not finished it by sunset, if but one pearl were missing, he must be turned to stone. So the eldest brother went out, and searched all day, but at the end of it he had only found one hundred; just as was said on the table of stone came to pass and he was turned into stone. The second brother undertook the adventure next day, but it fared with him no better than with the first: he found two hundred pearls, and was turned into stone. And so at last it was Witling’s turn, and he began to search in the moss: but it was a very tedious business to find the pearls, and he grew so out of heart that he sat down on a stone and began to weep. As he was sitting thus, up came the ant-king with five thousand ants, whose lives had been saved through Witling’s pity, and it was not very long before the little insects had collected all the pearls and put them in a heap. Now the second thing ordered by the table of stone was to get the key of the princess’ sleeping-chamber out of the lake. And when Witling came to the lake, the ducks whose lives he had saved came swimming, and dived below, and brought up the key from the bottom. The third thing that had to be done was the most difficult, and that was to choose out the youngest and loveliest of the three princesses, as they lay sleeping. All bore a perfect resemblance each to the other, and only differed in this, that before they went to sleep each one had eaten a different sweetmeat, the eldest a piece of sugar, the second a little syrup, and the third a spoonful of honey. Now the Queen-bee of those bees that Witling had protected from the fire came at this moment, and trying the lips of all three, settled on those of the one that had eaten honey, and so it was that the king’s son knew which to choose. Then the spell was broken; every one awoke from stony sleep, and took their right form again. And Witling married the youngest and loveliest princess, and became king after her father’s death. But his two brothers, who he had saved from their fate as stone statues, had to put up with the two other sisters.
What is theme?
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Which word best defines “endure” as used in line 13, “For nothing contempt can endure”? A. surrender B. survive C. begin D. cease ____________________________________________ THE OLD AND NEW SHOES “Good bye, get away, you ugly old things!” Said a little boy once to his shoes; “All stubbed are your toes, all twisted your strings, You’re wrinkled, one-sided, and loose. 5 “But here are my new ones, so shiny and bright, They are almost as smooth as my skin; How stiff they are, too! how straight and upright! How snug my feet feel now they’re in!” So saying, he gave to his old shoes a kick, 10 And strutted with pride to the door; His unkindness had cut the old shoes to the quick, For nothing contempt can endure. “Master Frank, Master Frank, stop a while, if you please,” (’Twas one of the shoes he heard call); 15 “Our soles cannot bear such insults as these, And your pride, Sir, will soon have a fall.” Frank stood still with wonder and looked at the shoe, But could not see into the matter; At last he exclaimed,— 20 “As they’ve nothing to do,suppose, like poll parrot, they chatter." So he opened the door, and walked down the stairs; His shoes were too stiff to go fast; But let us observe him, and see how he fares, How repentant poor Frank was at last. 25 His shoes were so smooth that he could but just stand, So tight, that they pinched in his toes; He could only sit still, and try to look grand, And remember he had on new shoes. But Fido ran in, who loved little Frank, 30 And the shoes were remembered no more; They began to cut capers, but at the first prank Down tumbled poor Frank on the floor. He was a brave boy, he thought not of crying, He said, “Never mind,” though in pain; 35 He whistled to Fido, but there is no denying He fell down again and again. He went to his bed with his heart full of sorrow; He said to the nurse,—“I should choose, If you please, when I’m dressed, my good Betsey, tomorrow, 40 To put on my easy old shoes. “See how red my toes are, and I’m all black and blue; I don’t like my new shoes at all.” “Ah! you see,” answered Betsey, “what I told you was true; Your shoes, Master Frank, are too small.” 45 His old shoes he was glad in the morning to see, And, forgetting his trouble and pain, “How happy,” said he, “my poor toes will be To get into the old shoes again.” The voice of the old shoe now once more was heard:— 50 “Master Frank, will you please to attend? I wish, with your leave, to say just a word,— ’Tis a word of advice from a friend. “Never part with old shoes till they part from you; Let your new ones be always well tried; 55 Old shoes and old friends are far better than new, And, trust me, more worthy of pride. “Our strings and our toes are bad, we must own, But they can be easily mended. I have done,” said the shoe, in a kind, easy tone, 60 And it gaped as the lecture was ended. New toes and new heels now the old shoes have got, New strings, too, their beauty renew; Frank wears them in peace, and has never forgot The words of the friendly old shoe.
What is survive?
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Under the subheading “Heart”, what does the word “abnormally” mean? A. differently B. unusually C. rapidly D. slowly ___________________________________________ Heart Drinking alcohol could cause your blood pressure to rise, increase your heart rate, cause your heart to beat abnormally, and it could increase the size of your heart. All of these things are bad for you. If you have an irregular heartbeat, you won’t be able to play sports or exercise as well as you normally could.
What is unusually?
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Which statement is supported by the information in paragraph 3? A. Senator Ron Wyden is a geoscientist who advocates Earth Science Week. B. Earth Science Week occurs once every 50 years. C. One must be a member of Congress to observe Earth Science Week. D. Earth Science Week was not recognized on a Congressional level prior to 1998. _______________________________________________ Earth Science Week We hope that you will join us in celebrating Earth Science Week. Started in 1998, it is celebrated each year during the second full week of October. Earth Science Week gives geoscientists, teachers, youth leaders, and parents special opportunities to help students explore and discover connections between their lives and the Earth. Participating in Earth Science Week activities can help them develop a sense of responsibility for use and protection of the natural resources and the environment. Earth Science Week gained Congressional recognition on July 15, 1998, when Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) entered the Earth Science Week resolution into the Congressional Record. In his statement, the Senator said, “Today I want to recognize the important role played by the Earth sciences in expanding our economy, supporting our national goals, and increasing our knowledge of the larger world.” Earth Science Week is also gaining official recognition at the state level, as governors issue proclamations. 3 Establishing Earth Science Week in 1998 was one of the American Geological Institute's major 50th anniversary initiatives. The institute and its member societies, which are listed on the back cover, welcome your interest. An important part of AGI's mission is to increase public awareness and understanding of the Earth sciences. Celebrating Earth Science Week across the nation can achieve that goal. Won't you join us? Susan M. Landon AGI President, 1998 Samuel S. Adams Chair, AGI 50th Anniversary Planning Committee
What is Earth Science Week was not recognized on a Congressional level prior to 1998?
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The poet compares various sources of light to A punctuation marks B neon signs C the end of day D the darkness of winter _______________________________________________ Winter Dark by Lilian Moore Winter dark comes early mixing afternoon and night. Soon there’s a comma of a moon, and each streetlight along the way puts its period to the end of day. Now a neon sign punctuates the dark with a bright blinking breathless exclamation mark!
What is punctuation marks?
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The author uses the fictional story for which purpose? A. to demonstrate the danger of sibling rivalry B. to teach a lesson about honesty and consideration C. to examine the significance of family relationships D. to illustrate the importance of loyalty and kindness ______________________________________________ The Queen Bee by the Brothers Grimm Two king’s sons once started to seek adventures, and fell into a wild, reckless way of living, and gave up all thoughts of going home again. Their third and youngest brother, who was called Witling, and had remained behind, started off to seek them; and when at last he found them, they jeered at this simplicity in thinking that he could make his way in the world, while they, who were so much cleverer, were unsuccessful. But they all three went on together until they came to an ant-hill, which the two eldest brothers wished to stir up, and that they might see the little ants hurry about in their fright and carrying off their eggs, but Witling said, “Leave the little creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be disturbed.” And they went on farther until they came to a lake, where a number of ducks were swimming about. The two eldest brothers wanted to catch a couple and cook them, but Witling would not allow it, and said, “Leave the creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be killed.” And then they came to a bee’s nest in a tree, and there was so much honey in it that it overflowed and ran down the trunk. The two eldest brothers then wanted to make a fire beneath the tree, that the bees might be stifled by the smoke, and then they could get the honey. But Witling prevented them, saying, “Leave the little creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be stifled.” At last the three brothers came to a castle where there were in the stables many horses standing, all of stone, and the brothers went through all the rooms until they came to a door at the end secured with three locks, and in the middle of the door a small opening through which they could look into the room. And they saw a little grey-haired man sitting at a table. They called out to him once, twice, and he did not hear, but at the third time he got up, undid the locks, and came out. Without speaking a word he led them to a table loaded with all sorts of good things, and when they had eaten and drunk he showed to each his bed-chamber. The next morning the little grey man came to the eldest brother, and beckoning him, brought him to a table of stone, on which were written three things directing by what means the castle could be delivered from its enchantment. The first thing was, that in the wood under the moss lay the pearls belonging to the princess—a thousand in number—and they were to be sought for and collected, and if he who should undertake the task had not finished it by sunset, if but one pearl were missing, he must be turned to stone. So the eldest brother went out, and searched all day, but at the end of it he had only found one hundred; just as was said on the table of stone came to pass and he was turned into stone. The second brother undertook the adventure next day, but it fared with him no better than with the first: he found two hundred pearls, and was turned into stone. And so at last it was Witling’s turn, and he began to search in the moss: but it was a very tedious business to find the pearls, and he grew so out of heart that he sat down on a stone and began to weep. As he was sitting thus, up came the ant-king with five thousand ants, whose lives had been saved through Witling’s pity, and it was not very long before the little insects had collected all the pearls and put them in a heap. Now the second thing ordered by the table of stone was to get the key of the princess’ sleeping-chamber out of the lake. And when Witling came to the lake, the ducks whose lives he had saved came swimming, and dived below, and brought up the key from the bottom. The third thing that had to be done was the most difficult, and that was to choose out the youngest and loveliest of the three princesses, as they lay sleeping. All bore a perfect resemblance each to the other, and only differed in this, that before they went to sleep each one had eaten a different sweetmeat, the eldest a piece of sugar, the second a little syrup, and the third a spoonful of honey. Now the Queen-bee of those bees that Witling had protected from the fire came at this moment, and trying the lips of all three, settled on those of the one that had eaten honey, and so it was that the king’s son knew which to choose. Then the spell was broken; every one awoke from stony sleep, and took their right form again. And Witling married the youngest and loveliest princess, and became king after her father’s death. But his two brothers, who he had saved from their fate as stone statues, had to put up with the two other sisters.
What is to illustrate the importance of loyalty and kindness?
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What is another word for “part” as used in line 54, “Never part with old shoes till they part from you”? A. divide B. portion C. separate D. fragment ____________________________________________ THE OLD AND NEW SHOES “Good bye, get away, you ugly old things!” Said a little boy once to his shoes; “All stubbed are your toes, all twisted your strings, You’re wrinkled, one-sided, and loose. 5 “But here are my new ones, so shiny and bright, They are almost as smooth as my skin; How stiff they are, too! how straight and upright! How snug my feet feel now they’re in!” So saying, he gave to his old shoes a kick, 10 And strutted with pride to the door; His unkindness had cut the old shoes to the quick, For nothing contempt can endure. “Master Frank, Master Frank, stop a while, if you please,” (’Twas one of the shoes he heard call); 15 “Our soles cannot bear such insults as these, And your pride, Sir, will soon have a fall.” Frank stood still with wonder and looked at the shoe, But could not see into the matter; At last he exclaimed,— 20 “As they’ve nothing to do,suppose, like poll parrot, they chatter." So he opened the door, and walked down the stairs; His shoes were too stiff to go fast; But let us observe him, and see how he fares, How repentant poor Frank was at last. 25 His shoes were so smooth that he could but just stand, So tight, that they pinched in his toes; He could only sit still, and try to look grand, And remember he had on new shoes. But Fido ran in, who loved little Frank, 30 And the shoes were remembered no more; They began to cut capers, but at the first prank Down tumbled poor Frank on the floor. He was a brave boy, he thought not of crying, He said, “Never mind,” though in pain; 35 He whistled to Fido, but there is no denying He fell down again and again. He went to his bed with his heart full of sorrow; He said to the nurse,—“I should choose, If you please, when I’m dressed, my good Betsey, tomorrow, 40 To put on my easy old shoes. “See how red my toes are, and I’m all black and blue; I don’t like my new shoes at all.” “Ah! you see,” answered Betsey, “what I told you was true; Your shoes, Master Frank, are too small.” 45 His old shoes he was glad in the morning to see, And, forgetting his trouble and pain, “How happy,” said he, “my poor toes will be To get into the old shoes again.” The voice of the old shoe now once more was heard:— 50 “Master Frank, will you please to attend? I wish, with your leave, to say just a word,— ’Tis a word of advice from a friend. “Never part with old shoes till they part from you; Let your new ones be always well tried; 55 Old shoes and old friends are far better than new, And, trust me, more worthy of pride. “Our strings and our toes are bad, we must own, But they can be easily mended. I have done,” said the shoe, in a kind, easy tone, 60 And it gaped as the lecture was ended. New toes and new heels now the old shoes have got, New strings, too, their beauty renew; Frank wears them in peace, and has never forgot The words of the friendly old shoe.
What is separate?
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Why does the author most likely recommend a young person “ask a trusted adult” if uncertain about a drink’s alcohol content? A. Only adults know all the names for alcohol. B. Some drinks have a small amount of alcohol. C. Children have a difficult time reading labels. D. Some alcoholic drinks look like regular drinks. _____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ Body FX: Alcohol Some of the slang names for alcohol are booze, sauce, brewskis, hooch, hard stuff, and juice. Don’t worry about trying to fit in or be cool when it comes to drinking alcohol. Most teens aren’t drinking alcohol. Drinking is not as common or as “cool” as some people would like you to believe it is. Alcohol is in drinks like beer, wine, liquor, wine coolers, whiskey, liqueurs, and even some coffee drinks. If you are not sure whether the drink you are going to have has alcohol in it, check the label. If there is alcohol in the drink, it has to say so on the label—it’s the law. If you are still not sure or can’t tell from the label, ask a trusted adult. Alcohol is really unhealthy for our bodies. It is considered a central nervous system (CNS) depressant. The main job of the CNS is to send signals throughout the body. For example, the CNS tells you when to raise your hand in class or how to jump over a hurdle. Our brains think of the actions it wants our bodies to do and sends messages to that part of the body. When this system is slowed down by alcohol, the body can’t react as quickly to the messages the brain is sending. That is why it is important for people not to drive after they drink alcohol. Besides harming the central nervous system, alcohol can weaken our immune system and make us more likely to get sick or develop diseases. Here are the parts of my body that could be damaged by alcohol if I chose to drink—yuck! Heart Drinking alcohol could cause your blood pressure to rise, increase your heart rate, cause your heart to beat abnormally, and it could increase the size of your heart. All of these things are bad for you. If you have an irregular heartbeat, you won’t be able to play sports or exercise as well as you normally could. Stomach Drinking alcohol over a long period of time could cause stomach ulcers or stomach cancer. Liver Drinking alcohol could cause diseases such as cirrhosis (pronounced “sir-O-sis”), inflamed liver (hepatitis), or even cancer of the liver. The liver is the largest organ in our body. Its job is to keep poisons like germs and bacteria out of our blood. The liver also makes the protein that causes our blood to clot, and clotting is what causes scabs to form and makes us stop bleeding when we get a cut. We need our liver so we can stay healthy and so our bodies stay clean. Cirrhosis is a disease that damages the liver. It weakens the liver’s ability to clot and keep our blood free from poisons and bacteria. People can get cirrhosis in different ways, but drinking too much alcohol is the most common way. Brain Drinking alcohol leads to a loss of coordination, poor judgment, slowed reflexes, distorted vision, memory lapses, and even blackouts. This means alcohol won’t let you do the things you normally do that require coordination and skill. You can’t ride a bike, inline skate, play sports, or even walk in a straight line.
What is some alcoholic drinks look like regular drinks?
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Based on conclusions drawn about the invitation, why does the author most likely conclude the selection with the question, “Won’t you join us?” A. to invite the public to the anniversary celebration B. to become a member of the American Geological Institute C. to encourage the nation to celebrate Earth Science Week D. to determine the lack of public interest in Earth science _______________________________________________ Earth Science Week We hope that you will join us in celebrating Earth Science Week. Started in 1998, it is celebrated each year during the second full week of October. Earth Science Week gives geoscientists, teachers, youth leaders, and parents special opportunities to help students explore and discover connections between their lives and the Earth. Participating in Earth Science Week activities can help them develop a sense of responsibility for use and protection of the natural resources and the environment. Earth Science Week gained Congressional recognition on July 15, 1998, when Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) entered the Earth Science Week resolution into the Congressional Record. In his statement, the Senator said, “Today I want to recognize the important role played by the Earth sciences in expanding our economy, supporting our national goals, and increasing our knowledge of the larger world.” Earth Science Week is also gaining official recognition at the state level, as governors issue proclamations. 3 Establishing Earth Science Week in 1998 was one of the American Geological Institute's major 50th anniversary initiatives. The institute and its member societies, which are listed on the back cover, welcome your interest. An important part of AGI's mission is to increase public awareness and understanding of the Earth sciences. Celebrating Earth Science Week across the nation can achieve that goal. Won't you join us? Susan M. Landon AGI President, 1998 Samuel S. Adams Chair, AGI 50th Anniversary Planning Committee
What is to encourage the nation to celebrate Earth Science Week?
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The poet’s main purpose in writing this poem is probably to make the reader A feel the cold of winter B imagine the fading of the light C visualize how lights appear on winter nights D understand the difference between natural and artificial light _______________________________________________ Winter Dark by Lilian Moore Winter dark comes early mixing afternoon and night. Soon there’s a comma of a moon, and each streetlight along the way puts its period to the end of day. Now a neon sign punctuates the dark with a bright blinking breathless exclamation mark!
What is visualize how lights appear on winter nights?
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Which part of the youngest brother’s character has the most impact on the plot? A. his sense of adventure B. his concern for living things C. his simplicity of thinking D. his caring about his older brothers ___________________________________________ The Queen Bee by the Brothers Grimm Two king’s sons once started to seek adventures, and fell into a wild, reckless way of living, and gave up all thoughts of going home again. Their third and youngest brother, who was called Witling, and had remained behind, started off to seek them; and when at last he found them, they jeered at this simplicity in thinking that he could make his way in the world, while they, who were so much cleverer, were unsuccessful. But they all three went on together until they came to an ant-hill, which the two eldest brothers wished to stir up, and that they might see the little ants hurry about in their fright and carrying off their eggs, but Witling said, “Leave the little creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be disturbed.” And they went on farther until they came to a lake, where a number of ducks were swimming about. The two eldest brothers wanted to catch a couple and cook them, but Witling would not allow it, and said, “Leave the creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be killed.” And then they came to a bee’s nest in a tree, and there was so much honey in it that it overflowed and ran down the trunk. The two eldest brothers then wanted to make a fire beneath the tree, that the bees might be stifled by the smoke, and then they could get the honey. But Witling prevented them, saying, “Leave the little creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be stifled.” At last the three brothers came to a castle where there were in the stables many horses standing, all of stone, and the brothers went through all the rooms until they came to a door at the end secured with three locks, and in the middle of the door a small opening through which they could look into the room. And they saw a little grey-haired man sitting at a table. They called out to him once, twice, and he did not hear, but at the third time he got up, undid the locks, and came out. Without speaking a word he led them to a table loaded with all sorts of good things, and when they had eaten and drunk he showed to each his bed-chamber. The next morning the little grey man came to the eldest brother, and beckoning him, brought him to a table of stone, on which were written three things directing by what means the castle could be delivered from its enchantment. The first thing was, that in the wood under the moss lay the pearls belonging to the princess—a thousand in number—and they were to be sought for and collected, and if he who should undertake the task had not finished it by sunset, if but one pearl were missing, he must be turned to stone. So the eldest brother went out, and searched all day, but at the end of it he had only found one hundred; just as was said on the table of stone came to pass and he was turned into stone. The second brother undertook the adventure next day, but it fared with him no better than with the first: he found two hundred pearls, and was turned into stone. And so at last it was Witling’s turn, and he began to search in the moss: but it was a very tedious business to find the pearls, and he grew so out of heart that he sat down on a stone and began to weep. As he was sitting thus, up came the ant-king with five thousand ants, whose lives had been saved through Witling’s pity, and it was not very long before the little insects had collected all the pearls and put them in a heap. Now the second thing ordered by the table of stone was to get the key of the princess’ sleeping-chamber out of the lake. And when Witling came to the lake, the ducks whose lives he had saved came swimming, and dived below, and brought up the key from the bottom. The third thing that had to be done was the most difficult, and that was to choose out the youngest and loveliest of the three princesses, as they lay sleeping. All bore a perfect resemblance each to the other, and only differed in this, that before they went to sleep each one had eaten a different sweetmeat, the eldest a piece of sugar, the second a little syrup, and the third a spoonful of honey. Now the Queen-bee of those bees that Witling had protected from the fire came at this moment, and trying the lips of all three, settled on those of the one that had eaten honey, and so it was that the king’s son knew which to choose. Then the spell was broken; every one awoke from stony sleep, and took their right form again. And Witling married the youngest and loveliest princess, and became king after her father’s death. But his two brothers, who he had saved from their fate as stone statues, had to put up with the two other sisters.
What is his concern for living things?
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What is the meaning of the word “fares” as used in line 24? A. eats or dines often B. feels more comfortable C. charges transportation fees D. proceeds along or progresses ____________________________________________ THE OLD AND NEW SHOES “Good bye, get away, you ugly old things!” Said a little boy once to his shoes; “All stubbed are your toes, all twisted your strings, You’re wrinkled, one-sided, and loose. 5 “But here are my new ones, so shiny and bright, They are almost as smooth as my skin; How stiff they are, too! how straight and upright! How snug my feet feel now they’re in!” So saying, he gave to his old shoes a kick, 10 And strutted with pride to the door; His unkindness had cut the old shoes to the quick, For nothing contempt can endure. “Master Frank, Master Frank, stop a while, if you please,” (’Twas one of the shoes he heard call); 15 “Our soles cannot bear such insults as these, And your pride, Sir, will soon have a fall.” Frank stood still with wonder and looked at the shoe, But could not see into the matter; At last he exclaimed,— 20 “As they’ve nothing to do,suppose, like poll parrot, they chatter." So he opened the door, and walked down the stairs; His shoes were too stiff to go fast; But let us observe him, and see how he fares, How repentant poor Frank was at last. 25 His shoes were so smooth that he could but just stand, So tight, that they pinched in his toes; He could only sit still, and try to look grand, And remember he had on new shoes. But Fido ran in, who loved little Frank, 30 And the shoes were remembered no more; They began to cut capers, but at the first prank Down tumbled poor Frank on the floor. He was a brave boy, he thought not of crying, He said, “Never mind,” though in pain; 35 He whistled to Fido, but there is no denying He fell down again and again. He went to his bed with his heart full of sorrow; He said to the nurse,—“I should choose, If you please, when I’m dressed, my good Betsey, tomorrow, 40 To put on my easy old shoes. “See how red my toes are, and I’m all black and blue; I don’t like my new shoes at all.” “Ah! you see,” answered Betsey, “what I told you was true; Your shoes, Master Frank, are too small.” 45 His old shoes he was glad in the morning to see, And, forgetting his trouble and pain, “How happy,” said he, “my poor toes will be To get into the old shoes again.” The voice of the old shoe now once more was heard:— 50 “Master Frank, will you please to attend? I wish, with your leave, to say just a word,— ’Tis a word of advice from a friend. “Never part with old shoes till they part from you; Let your new ones be always well tried; 55 Old shoes and old friends are far better than new, And, trust me, more worthy of pride. “Our strings and our toes are bad, we must own, But they can be easily mended. I have done,” said the shoe, in a kind, easy tone, 60 And it gaped as the lecture was ended. New toes and new heels now the old shoes have got, New strings, too, their beauty renew; Frank wears them in peace, and has never forgot The words of the friendly old shoe.
What is proceeds along or progresses?
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Which statement requires more supporting evidence in the selection? A. “Most teens aren’t drinking alcohol.” B. “Alcohol is really unhealthy for our bodies.” C. “We need our liver so we can stay healthy and so our bodies stay clean.” D. “This means alcohol won’t let you do the things you normally do that require coordination and skill.” ____________________________________________ Body FX: Alcohol Some of the slang names for alcohol are booze, sauce, brewskis, hooch, hard stuff, and juice. Don’t worry about trying to fit in or be cool when it comes to drinking alcohol. Most teens aren’t drinking alcohol. Drinking is not as common or as “cool” as some people would like you to believe it is. Alcohol is in drinks like beer, wine, liquor, wine coolers, whiskey, liqueurs, and even some coffee drinks. If you are not sure whether the drink you are going to have has alcohol in it, check the label. If there is alcohol in the drink, it has to say so on the label—it’s the law. If you are still not sure or can’t tell from the label, ask a trusted adult. Alcohol is really unhealthy for our bodies. It is considered a central nervous system (CNS) depressant. The main job of the CNS is to send signals throughout the body. For example, the CNS tells you when to raise your hand in class or how to jump over a hurdle. Our brains think of the actions it wants our bodies to do and sends messages to that part of the body. When this system is slowed down by alcohol, the body can’t react as quickly to the messages the brain is sending. That is why it is important for people not to drive after they drink alcohol. Besides harming the central nervous system, alcohol can weaken our immune system and make us more likely to get sick or develop diseases. Here are the parts of my body that could be damaged by alcohol if I chose to drink—yuck! Heart Drinking alcohol could cause your blood pressure to rise, increase your heart rate, cause your heart to beat abnormally, and it could increase the size of your heart. All of these things are bad for you. If you have an irregular heartbeat, you won’t be able to play sports or exercise as well as you normally could. Stomach Drinking alcohol over a long period of time could cause stomach ulcers or stomach cancer. Liver Drinking alcohol could cause diseases such as cirrhosis (pronounced “sir-O-sis”), inflamed liver (hepatitis), or even cancer of the liver. The liver is the largest organ in our body. Its job is to keep poisons like germs and bacteria out of our blood. The liver also makes the protein that causes our blood to clot, and clotting is what causes scabs to form and makes us stop bleeding when we get a cut. We need our liver so we can stay healthy and so our bodies stay clean. Cirrhosis is a disease that damages the liver. It weakens the liver’s ability to clot and keep our blood free from poisons and bacteria. People can get cirrhosis in different ways, but drinking too much alcohol is the most common way. Brain Drinking alcohol leads to a loss of coordination, poor judgment, slowed reflexes, distorted vision, memory lapses, and even blackouts. This means alcohol won’t let you do the things you normally do that require coordination and skill. You can’t ride a bike, inline skate, play sports, or even walk in a straight line.
What is most teens aren't drinking alcohol?
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Based on conclusions drawn about Earth Science Week, which is most like the opportunities discussed in the selection? A. a fundraising event at a local park B. a lecture by a scientist at a college C. a promotional event at a local mall D. a hands-on event at a local museum _______________________________________________ Earth Science Week We hope that you will join us in celebrating Earth Science Week. Started in 1998, it is celebrated each year during the second full week of October. Earth Science Week gives geoscientists, teachers, youth leaders, and parents special opportunities to help students explore and discover connections between their lives and the Earth. Participating in Earth Science Week activities can help them develop a sense of responsibility for use and protection of the natural resources and the environment. Earth Science Week gained Congressional recognition on July 15, 1998, when Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) entered the Earth Science Week resolution into the Congressional Record. In his statement, the Senator said, “Today I want to recognize the important role played by the Earth sciences in expanding our economy, supporting our national goals, and increasing our knowledge of the larger world.” Earth Science Week is also gaining official recognition at the state level, as governors issue proclamations. 3 Establishing Earth Science Week in 1998 was one of the American Geological Institute's major 50th anniversary initiatives. The institute and its member societies, which are listed on the back cover, welcome your interest. An important part of AGI's mission is to increase public awareness and understanding of the Earth sciences. Celebrating Earth Science Week across the nation can achieve that goal. Won't you join us? Susan M. Landon AGI President, 1998 Samuel S. Adams Chair, AGI 50th Anniversary Planning Committee
What is a hands-on event at a local museum?
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Which word best describes the mood of the selection? A apprehensive B playful C humorous D suspenseful _______________________________________________ Winter Dark by Lilian Moore Winter dark comes early mixing afternoon and night. Soon there’s a comma of a moon, and each streetlight along the way puts its period to the end of day. Now a neon sign punctuates the dark with a bright blinking breathless exclamation mark!
What is playful?
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What is the main purpose of the author using a fictional story to resolve the conflict of the two older brothers? A. to describe the adventure in the forest to find the princess’s pearls B. to demonstrate how difficult the brothers were to the younger brother C. to explain how arrogant the older brothers had become on their journey D. to emphasize a transformation of the older brothers through extreme means _______________________________________________ The Queen Bee by the Brothers Grimm Two king’s sons once started to seek adventures, and fell into a wild, reckless way of living, and gave up all thoughts of going home again. Their third and youngest brother, who was called Witling, and had remained behind, started off to seek them; and when at last he found them, they jeered at this simplicity in thinking that he could make his way in the world, while they, who were so much cleverer, were unsuccessful. But they all three went on together until they came to an ant-hill, which the two eldest brothers wished to stir up, and that they might see the little ants hurry about in their fright and carrying off their eggs, but Witling said, “Leave the little creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be disturbed.” And they went on farther until they came to a lake, where a number of ducks were swimming about. The two eldest brothers wanted to catch a couple and cook them, but Witling would not allow it, and said, “Leave the creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be killed.” And then they came to a bee’s nest in a tree, and there was so much honey in it that it overflowed and ran down the trunk. The two eldest brothers then wanted to make a fire beneath the tree, that the bees might be stifled by the smoke, and then they could get the honey. But Witling prevented them, saying, “Leave the little creatures alone, I will not suffer them to be stifled.” At last the three brothers came to a castle where there were in the stables many horses standing, all of stone, and the brothers went through all the rooms until they came to a door at the end secured with three locks, and in the middle of the door a small opening through which they could look into the room. And they saw a little grey-haired man sitting at a table. They called out to him once, twice, and he did not hear, but at the third time he got up, undid the locks, and came out. Without speaking a word he led them to a table loaded with all sorts of good things, and when they had eaten and drunk he showed to each his bed-chamber. The next morning the little grey man came to the eldest brother, and beckoning him, brought him to a table of stone, on which were written three things directing by what means the castle could be delivered from its enchantment. The first thing was, that in the wood under the moss lay the pearls belonging to the princess—a thousand in number—and they were to be sought for and collected, and if he who should undertake the task had not finished it by sunset, if but one pearl were missing, he must be turned to stone. So the eldest brother went out, and searched all day, but at the end of it he had only found one hundred; just as was said on the table of stone came to pass and he was turned into stone. The second brother undertook the adventure next day, but it fared with him no better than with the first: he found two hundred pearls, and was turned into stone. And so at last it was Witling’s turn, and he began to search in the moss: but it was a very tedious business to find the pearls, and he grew so out of heart that he sat down on a stone and began to weep. As he was sitting thus, up came the ant-king with five thousand ants, whose lives had been saved through Witling’s pity, and it was not very long before the little insects had collected all the pearls and put them in a heap. Now the second thing ordered by the table of stone was to get the key of the princess’ sleeping-chamber out of the lake. And when Witling came to the lake, the ducks whose lives he had saved came swimming, and dived below, and brought up the key from the bottom. The third thing that had to be done was the most difficult, and that was to choose out the youngest and loveliest of the three princesses, as they lay sleeping. All bore a perfect resemblance each to the other, and only differed in this, that before they went to sleep each one had eaten a different sweetmeat, the eldest a piece of sugar, the second a little syrup, and the third a spoonful of honey. Now the Queen-bee of those bees that Witling had protected from the fire came at this moment, and trying the lips of all three, settled on those of the one that had eaten honey, and so it was that the king’s son knew which to choose. Then the spell was broken; every one awoke from stony sleep, and took their right form again. And Witling married the youngest and loveliest princess, and became king after her father’s death. But his two brothers, who he had saved from their fate as stone statues, had to put up with the two other sisters.
What is to emphasize a transformation of the older brothers through extreme means?
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What does the use of “twas” and “tis” indicate about the selection? A. It takes place in the past. B. It takes place in the present. C. The theme is set in an old place. D. Master Frank is an elderly person. ____________________________________________ THE OLD AND NEW SHOES “Good bye, get away, you ugly old things!” Said a little boy once to his shoes; “All stubbed are your toes, all twisted your strings, You’re wrinkled, one-sided, and loose. 5 “But here are my new ones, so shiny and bright, They are almost as smooth as my skin; How stiff they are, too! how straight and upright! How snug my feet feel now they’re in!” So saying, he gave to his old shoes a kick, 10 And strutted with pride to the door; His unkindness had cut the old shoes to the quick, For nothing contempt can endure. “Master Frank, Master Frank, stop a while, if you please,” (’Twas one of the shoes he heard call); 15 “Our soles cannot bear such insults as these, And your pride, Sir, will soon have a fall.” Frank stood still with wonder and looked at the shoe, But could not see into the matter; At last he exclaimed,— 20 “As they’ve nothing to do,suppose, like poll parrot, they chatter." So he opened the door, and walked down the stairs; His shoes were too stiff to go fast; But let us observe him, and see how he fares, How repentant poor Frank was at last. 25 His shoes were so smooth that he could but just stand, So tight, that they pinched in his toes; He could only sit still, and try to look grand, And remember he had on new shoes. But Fido ran in, who loved little Frank, 30 And the shoes were remembered no more; They began to cut capers, but at the first prank Down tumbled poor Frank on the floor. He was a brave boy, he thought not of crying, He said, “Never mind,” though in pain; 35 He whistled to Fido, but there is no denying He fell down again and again. He went to his bed with his heart full of sorrow; He said to the nurse,—“I should choose, If you please, when I’m dressed, my good Betsey, tomorrow, 40 To put on my easy old shoes. “See how red my toes are, and I’m all black and blue; I don’t like my new shoes at all.” “Ah! you see,” answered Betsey, “what I told you was true; Your shoes, Master Frank, are too small.” 45 His old shoes he was glad in the morning to see, And, forgetting his trouble and pain, “How happy,” said he, “my poor toes will be To get into the old shoes again.” The voice of the old shoe now once more was heard:— 50 “Master Frank, will you please to attend? I wish, with your leave, to say just a word,— ’Tis a word of advice from a friend. “Never part with old shoes till they part from you; Let your new ones be always well tried; 55 Old shoes and old friends are far better than new, And, trust me, more worthy of pride. “Our strings and our toes are bad, we must own, But they can be easily mended. I have done,” said the shoe, in a kind, easy tone, 60 And it gaped as the lecture was ended. New toes and new heels now the old shoes have got, New strings, too, their beauty renew; Frank wears them in peace, and has never forgot The words of the friendly old shoe.
What is it takes place in the past?