Mike went whistling into his father's study room to borrow a map. He and his friend Joe were going on a weekend bicycle tour. Mike found the map in the drawer of the desk and quickly rode over to pick up Joe. For the next two days, Mike and Joe, peddled over 100 miles. They saw the city, the mountains, and even the desert. It was the best weekend either of them had in a long time. They were able to see new places, try different foods along the way, and take some great photos. Mike and Joe will share this memory forever.
1.The orchestra's grand climax boomed and echoed through the auditorium. The cymbals and drums clanged and crashed on beat. The piano tinkled and tweeted out a soft melody. The flutes and trumpets played music.
Which of these BEST adds detail to replace the phrase played music?
A) made much noise
B) played good music
C) sounded a lovely tune
D) performed a wonderful song
2.1) I have always enjoyed nature and spending time outdoors. (2) Last fall, I was taking one of my regular nature hikes when I realized how much my friends and family would enjoy the beautiful scenery that surrounded me. (3) I wanted to share the beauty of the outdoors with others. (4) When I spoke to my parents, they suggested that I take a photography class so that I could take pictures to share with friends and family.
(5) I thought my parents' idea was wonderful, so I enrolled in an evening photography class. (6) In the class, I learned how to focus my camera. (7) I also learned how to choose what to photograph. (8) After each class, I took my camera and went for a walk. (9) While I walked, I photographed trees, flowers, birds, and more. (10) When I compared the photos, I noticed that they improved each week.
(11) After my final class, I took pictures of a stream, a cardinal, and a snow-covered tree. (12) With the help of my photography teacher, I printed the pictures and put them in frames. (13) I hung the photographs in my bedroom.
Which of these BEST concludes the story?
A) I may take a music class because I enjoyed the photography class so much.
B) My teacher told me that I should be proud because my photos are wonderful.
C) Now, I share my photographs with friends and family when they visit my house.
D) I am tired of carrying my camera with me, so I will no longer take photographs.
3.
1 A more effective approach to controlling odor is brushing and flossing your teeth.
2 This problem is chronic bad breath, which is also called halitosis.
3 Several steps can be taken to help millions of people who suffer from an embarrassing problem.
4 Drinking water helps to wash away this trapped food, which keeps the odor under control.
5 It is primarily caused by poor oral hygiene and food trapped between teeth.
Choose the most effective order of sentences to form a paragraph.
A) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
B) 2, 4, 3, 1, 5
C) 3, 2, 4, 1, 5
D) 3, 2, 5, 4, 1
4.And democracy? All we who twenty years ago entered a war to fight its battles to make the world safe for democracy, tonight we stand aghast because its last fortification, its last tower of strength, the Supreme Court of America, who has been a protector of the rights of the poor, who has been the protector of the rights of the rich, who has been the protector of the liberties of all, is now assailed and is now the target for those who blame it for our misdemeanors and who blame it for the Depression and the following misery which eventuated from it.
Below is an excerpt from a 1935 sermon by Father Charles Coughlin. In this context of this paragraph, what does the word misdemeanor mean?
A) to praise the opinions of others
B) to belittle the opinions of others
C) an instance of misbehavior or trangression
D) a criminal offense less serious than a felony
5.At the start of the evening, the kids had hot dogs while the adults had chile. Then they all hit the streets to go trick-or-treating with the rest of the town. [Transition], the parents went through all their candy to make sure it was all appropriate (and to sneak a few favorite pieces for themselves).
Which transition would go most logically in the blank marked [Transition]?
A) Afterward
B) Before
C) First
D) Specifically
6.
Principle: a primary truth, assumption, law or belief.
Read the definition of the word "principle." Then choose the sentence that uses it correctly.
A) The principle at my school is going to retire this year.
B) The principles of democracy are articulated in the Constitution.
C) My father always tells me that I shouldn't spend the principle, only the interest.
Eliminate
D) If you have questions about dress code, the assistant principle is the person to see.Edit · Unsubscribe · <span>R</span>
Answer:
2) "The water rises and the band plays ragtime."
3) “Stewards finish waking their passengers below; life preservers are tied on; some men smile at the precaution.”
Explanation:
