The Soldier of Mictlan
In “The Soldier of Mictlán” how does the mayor of Mictlán respond to the soldier’s requests?
A. He grows increasingly angry at the soldier’s requests and asks him to leave.
B. He grows suspicious of the soldier and asks him why he makes such requests.
C. He says that the town does not have what he requests and offers alternatives.
D. He speaks gratefully to the soldier and grants his requests in thanks for his protection.
C. He says that the town does not have what he requests and offers alternatives.
Each sentence ends with an _____.
Ellipses
In “Fences,” what is the relationship between the speaker’s family and the beach?
A. The family lives near the beach and the brother cleans it, but they are excluded from using the beach because it is reserved for tourists.
B. The family enjoys running across the hot sand and smoothing away the footprints, but they feel the beach is too crowded with tourists.
C. The family lives near the beach and the brother cleans it, but the mother will not let them use the beach because she is too proud.
D. The family enjoys running across the hot sand and smoothing away the footprints, but the beach is too expensive for them.
A. The family lives near the beach and the brother cleans it, but they are excluded from using the beach because it is reserved for tourists.
If the citizens of a country are entitled to vote, then which of the following must be true? Base your answer on the meaning of entitled.
A. They have a right to vote.
B. They can vote if they pay a fee.
C. They can have the right to vote taken away at any time
D. They are told they have the right to vote even though they do not.
A. They have a right to vote.
You've just bought a day pass to Disney World. YAY! How much was your typical one day ticket to Walt Disney World? (Give me a range)
$109-$200
What does the poem suggest about the solider's bodily state?
He's either dead or dreaming.
What is the reader's purpose for this poem?
To fill in the gaps left by the author.
In “Fences,” what main point is the poet making when the mother scolds her daughter for running across the beach, repeating, “It’s their beach. / It’s their beach”?
A. It is sad to see less-privileged people giving their local beach over to tourists.
B. It is important for a parent to teach his or her children respect and obedience.
C. It is dangerous for children to go swimming at a beach without supervision.
D. It is difficult for people to communicate when there is a language barrier.
A. It is sad to see less-privileged people giving their local beach over to tourists.
Which of the following actions is most likely to be described as honorable?
A. planning a big event
B. returning a lost wallet
C. eating a delicious meal
D. studying hard for a test
B. returning a lost wallet
Avatar 1 (2009)
What is most notable about the structure of “The Soldier of Mictlán”?
A. Each statement is a fragment.
B. Each line is a simple sentence.
C. Each line ends with the word soldier.
D. The same line is repeated at the beginning and end.
C. Each line ends with the word soldier.
In the first several lines, what is the speakers attitude about "them"?
From the details in “Fences,” what can you infer about the turistas?
A. They are athletic.
B. They are wealthy
C. They are good-looking
D. They are kindhearted
B. They are wealthy
If a soldier saluted, what did she do?
A. She planned a course of attack.
B. She cooked a meal over a fire.
C. She fired her gun at the enemy.
D. She raised her hand to show respect.
D. She raised her hand to show respect.
What country singer is known for their signature southern voice. Known by their famous song, which title contains the name of the state of the Vols. This artist is also known for a recent hit song. The title has to do with an animal that is often kept in stables. The animal is also "White." (Neigh)
Chris Stapleton
What were the three things that the soldier asked for?
Bread, Cheese, and a Woman.
In “Elliptical,” who are the most likely speakers, and about whom are they most likely speaking?
A. Mainstream society is speaking about a group it looks down on.
B. Recent immigrants are speaking about those who were born here.
C. Elected officials are speaking about their political opponents.
D. Oppressed people are speaking about their oppressors.
A. Mainstream society is speaking about a group it looks down on.
Which quotation from “Fences” best supports the idea that the tourists are wealthy?
A. Mouths full of laughter,
B. the turistas come to the tall hotel / with suitcases full of dollars.
C. and watch the women rub oil / sweeter than honey into their arms and legs
D. while their children jump waves
B. the turistas come to the tall hotel / with suitcases full of dollars.
Which poem discusses the idea of a separation of classes?
Fences
What is the name of the 2 countries that the Vikings named to trick people into thinking one was warm and lush while the other one was cold and icy.
Greenland and Iceland
What is the main effect of the author of The Solider of Mictlan repeating soldier?
A. It suggests the soldier's preparedness.
B. It reveals the inner thoughts of the solder.
C. It suggests that being a soldier consumes a soldier's life.
D. It emphasizes how little a soldier can accomplish in his or her life.
C. It suggests that being a soldier consumes a soldier's life.
"They don’t appear to understand that . . . If only they would make an effort to . . . But we know how difficult it is for them to . . ."
Which of the following best explains what the ellipses signify in these lines?
A. The speakers are unable to complete their discussion because they are constantly interrupted by someone or something.
B. The division the speakers insist on between “they” and “we” is more important than the reasons they give for it.
C. The speakers are too hesitant or confused in their thinking to finish their remarks.
D. The omitted words are considered vulgar or otherwise inappropriate.
B. The division the speakers insist on between “they” and “we” is more important than the reasons they give for it.
What fences might the poems title be referring to? A literal fence, metaphorical fence, or both?
Metaphorical or both
Which poem discusses the idea of "us vs. them"?
What state can be spelled with only the middle row of keys on a keyboard? There is only one answer.