Unit 1 Test Review

How does the imagery in this stanza affect its tone?

• The images of the woods in autumn, the October twilight, the lake, and the floating swans combine to create a reflective tone.

• The tone of the first stanza is threatening, as if warning the reader that these natural beauties cannot last.

• The tone of the first stanza is youthful and exuberant, as if the speaker is a young person exploring the woods.

• The speaker describes the images in a matter-of-fact tone, as if listing all the expected sights of nature, before turning his attention to the amazingly beautiful swans.

How can symbolism be used to enhance writing?

• It can be used to represent the passage of time.

• It can be used to represent good or evil.

• It can be use to represent age or new vs old.

• It can be used to represent all of the options shown here.

What is the best meaning of "rode like the wind"?

• traveled through high winds and terrible winter storms

• rode his horse very quickly

• rode home in a carriage to stay out of the wind

• enjoyed a leisurely ride home

What is the best meaning of "swan song"?

• a tradition in which a general puts away his sword after a victory

• a fancy meal that Washington hosted to thank his soldiers

• a final accomplishment or presentation before retirement

• a concert to celebrate their victory

How does the phrase "perhaps most important of all, however, was not the effort of any individual but the spirit of the people, as many Americans dedicated themselves the the Revolutionary effort." build the tone?

• It helps give the passage an biased tone

• It develops a patriotic tone

• It foreshadows impending doom

• It creates a curious tone

How does the phrase "the region where language production and auditory processing take place" build tone?

• It takes a critical tone.

• It develops a reflective tone.

• It develops a scholarly tone.

• It establishes an optimistic tone.

Which statements convey the central idea of "Music and the Brain?

• It's important to listen to music while learning something new.

• Engaging with music has a positive influence on brain development.

• Listening to music, singing a song, or playing an instrument can alter the brain.

• Active participation in musical training has been shown to have long-lasting positive effects on the brain.

• Research consistently indicates that actively playing music has a positive impact on brain development.

Which quotation best supports the central idea from "Music and the Brain" that engaging with music has a positive influence on brain development?

• "Albert Einstein, considered one of the most intelligent men who ever lived, also played the violin."

• "Playing a musical instrument engages muscular movement, requires coordination, and employs various senses."

• "Learning to play a musical instrument appears to develop parts of the brain that can even influence academic results."

• "Find some music you love and an instrument you enjoy, and whether you learn at school or privately, apply some self-discipline to practice."

Which quotation best supports the central idea from "Music and the Brain" that research consistently indicates that actively playing music has a positive impact on brain development?

• The passage relays anecdotes about music and important periods in the lives of Jefferson, Einstein, and other thinkers.

• The passage cites a study by Northwestern University that shows a connection between passive music appreciation and positive brain development.

• The passage indicates that proper brain development cannot occur unless people are exposed to music.

• The passage contains multiple references to research conducted on music and brain development.

Which of the following would be appropriate details to give in a summary?

• Charles Darwin's voyage of the Beagle developed his skills in geography, animal anatomy, and journaling.

• His father remarked that "the shape of his head was quite altered," upon his return.

• Darwin's uncle made the voyage possible by driving him 30 miles to Shrewsbury.

• Darwin's love for science gradually overtook his other passions.

• This was an interesting passage and taught me a lot about Evolution.