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Sounds of the Cicada
The Ninny
from "Song of Myself"
The Fad of Flying Angry Birds
Language
100
Which statement from the text gives support to the assertion that cicadas are seen as a delicacy in many countries?
B. "In ancient Greece, they were a very desirable and high class meal, and even today, they are still being eaten in the Congo, Australia, and China (paragraph 3)."
100
Which sentence states the theme of the text?
C. It is important for a person to speak up if he or she is wronged.
100
Which statement BEST identifies the theme of the poem?
B. Everyone chooses his or her won future, but friends will support each other along the way.
100
Which statement summarizes paragraph 2 of the text?
D. The game Angry Birds was created completely by accident in Espoo, Finland, at the Rovio studio after programmers happened across a unique idea.
100
"Cheerleading is a dangerous sport, Coaches must take precautions to ensure that young cheerleaders stay safe during practices and performances." Which choice combines the sentences INCORRECTLY?
D. Cheerleading is a dangerous sport and, coaches must take precautions to ensure that young cheerleaders stay safe during practices and performances.
200
In paragraph 5, what does the phrase, "happy harbinger of sunshine and warmth" mean?
A. Cicadas are a sign that summertime is coming.
200
Based on paragraphs 1 and 2, what is the meaning of account?
C. A bill for services provided.
200
How does the central idea of the poem develop over the course of the text?
D. The speaker describes his own experience helping friends first, and then he shows how friends can help one another.
200
"A player is easily lured into wanting to topple and conquer more and more pigs by flinging the birds through the air" What impact do the words lured and conquer have on the tone of the text?
B. The words reinforce the idea that the game is addicting for the player.
200
1. Although I enjoy reading fantasy novels more than science fiction. 2. I take my little sister to the park each day after school. 3. When the oven timer finally beeps. 4. While the rain pitter patters on my bedroom window. Which is an independent clause?
B. Clause 2
300
What is the author's purpose in th first paragraph?
D. It captures the reader's attention by describing a relatable situation.
300
"I'm sure you need some money, but you keep standing on ceremony and never ask for it." Which phrase has the same meaning as the idiom "standing on ceremony?"
D. using excessive formality
300
In line 10, how does the phrase, "You must travel it for yourself," affect the poem?
C. It reinforces the idea that hte reader must make his or her own life decisions.
300
Which is an accurate statement about how the author uses text structure to build the argument that Angry Birds has become the latest trend in popular culture?
A. The author uses chronological order to show how the popularity of Angry Birds has increases over the last few years.
300
Raquel decided to hatch a plan with her brother to surprise their father for his birthday. Hatch- v.1. to emerge from an egg 2. to create or develop 3. to mark with small parallel lines in order to shade in drawing n. 4. an opening that serves as a doorway in the floor or roof Which dictionary definition reflects the meaning of the word hatch as it is used in the sentence?
B. entry 2
400
Which quotation summarizes the central idea of this text?
D. "A happy harbinger of sunshine and warmth, these unique insects are fascinating for some to study, a delivious food for others, and a mathematical conundrum for those who love numbers.
400
Which statement justifies the author's use of irony in the passage?
A. The use of irony shows that the speaker became infuriated during his discussion with the governess over her salary, even though the governess should have been the one who was upset.
400
Which lines justify the conclusion that friendes are always there to help each other in times of need?
C. "If you tire, give me both burders, and rest the chuff of your hand on my hip" (line 16).
400
What inference can readers make about the impact merchandise made on the success of the Angry Birds games?
A. The Angry Birds merchandise made the game more successful because even people who did not play it became more aware of it and were more likely to download it.
400
Which sentence is punctuated correctly?
B. My father enjoys tinkering with his tools in his large, over-stocked shed.
500
How do paragraphs 4 and 5 contribute to the development of the idea that Periodical Cicadas are incredibly fascinating?
B. They explain how the insects emerge every 13-17 years, and they immedicately shed their outer shell.
500
How does the conversation in paragraphs 2-4 impact the text's plot?
A. The conversation sets the tone for the events in the rest of the text.
500
How does the use of descriptive language affect the reader?
D. The reader can visualize the speaker helping a friend.
500
Which statement from the text supports the author's claim that the game Angry Birds has become the latest trend worldwide?
C. "It has been downloaded 5 million times, and there are 30 million users with 300 million minutes of playing time" (paragraph 5).
500
Christopher Columbus was an explorer from modern day Spain. Christopher Columbus made four voyages to the Americas. Christopher Columbus discovered the Americas in 1492. Some disagreee that Christopher Columbus discovered the Americas. Which sentence combines the sentences above to reduce wordiness and redundancy?
A. while there is some disagreement, Christopher columbus, an explorer who was from modern day Spain, is credited with discovering the America's in 1492 on one of his four voyages to the area.