Unit 3 Test

BUT my brother was passionate, and had often beaten me, which I took extreamly amiss; and, thinking my apprenticeship very tedious, I was continually wishing for some opportunity of shortening it, which at length offered in a manner unexpected. ***** How does the word "extreamly" (EXTREMELY) contribute to this passage?<br />

• A). It makes the tone in the passage more casual.
• B). It emphasizes how the narrator felt about his brother.
• C). It demonstrates the violent relationship between the two brothers.
• D). It clarifies a complex idea.
• E). I'm not sure, but, by golly, I'm gonna VOTE so that no one thinks I'm napping, surfing, texting, or doing my eyebrows.

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He had some ingenious men among his friends, who amus'd themselves by writing little pieces for this paper, which gain'd it credit and made it more in demand, and these gentlemen often visited us***** How does the word INGENIOUS contribute to this passage?<br />

• A). It makes the tone more professional.
• B). It develops characters within the passage.
• C). It illustrates the inner motivations of a character.
• D). It clarifies a complex idea.
• E). I'm not sure, but, by golly, I'm gonna VOTE so that no one thinks I'm napping, surfing, texting, or doing my eyebrows.

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Read this sentence from paragraph***** 2.. They read it, commented on it in my hearing, and I had the exquisite pleasure of finding it met with their approbation, and that, in their different guesses at the author, none were named but men of some character among us for learning and ingenuity***** How does the word EXQUISITE contribute to this passage?

• A). It makes the tone lighter.
• B). It creates emphasis.
• C). It makes the tone more serious.
• D). It clarifies a complex idea.
• E). I'm not sure, but, by golly, I'm gonna VOTE so that no one thinks I'm napping, surfing, texting, or doing my eyebrows.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

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Select the sentence that best demonstrates a tone of OPTIMISM.<br />

• A). My inclinations for the sea were by this time worne out, or I might now have gratify'd them
• B). But, having a trade, and supposing myself a pretty good workman, I offer'd my service to the printer in the place, old Mr. William Bradford, who had been the first printer in Pennsylvania, but removed from thence upon the quarrel of George Keith
• C). He could give me no employment, having little to do, and help enough already; but says he, "My son at Philadelphia has lately lost his principal hand, Aquila Rose, by death; if you go thither, I believe he may employ you.
• D). "Philadelphia was a hundred miles further; I set out, however, in a boat for Amboy, leaving my chest and things to follow me round by seaNot highlighted: Philadelphia was a hundred miles further; I set out, however, in a boat for Amboy, leaving my chest and things to follow me round by sea.
• E). I'm not sure, but, by golly, I'm gonna VOTE so that no one thinks I'm napping, surfing, texting, or doing my eyebrows.

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Select the sentence that expresses a tone of DETERMINATION..

• A). My inclinations for the sea were by this time worne out, or I might now have gratify'd them
• B). But, having a trade, and supposing myself a pretty good workman, I offer'd my service to the printer in the place, old Mr. William Bradford, who had been the first printer in Pennsylvania, but removed from thence upon the quarrel of George Keith
• C). He could give me no employment, having little to do, and help enough already; but says he, "My son at Philadelphia has lately lost his principal hand, Aquila Rose, by death; if you go thither, I believe he may employ you.
• D). "Philadelphia was a hundred miles further; I set out, however, in a boat for Amboy, leaving my chest and things to follow me round by seaNot highlighted: Philadelphia was a hundred miles further; I set out, however, in a boat for Amboy, leaving my chest and things to follow me round by sea.
• E). I'm not sure, but, by golly, I'm gonna VOTE so that no one thinks I'm napping, surfing, texting, or doing my eyebrows.

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Select the sentence in the paragraph that demonstrates a tone of SUPERIORITY.

• A). Part A.<br />What does the interaction between the two hunters reveal about Rainsford’s attitude toward General Zaroff?<br />
• B). We struck on a shoal in going down the bay, and sprung a leak; we had a blustering time at sea, and were oblig'd to pump almost continually, at which I took my turn.
• C). y unexpected appearance surpriz'd the family; all were, however, very glad to see me, and made me welcome, except my brother
• D). I was better dress'd than ever while in his service, having a genteel new suit from head to foot, a watch, and my pockets lin'd with near five pounds sterling in silver. He receiv'd me not very frankly, look'd me all over, and turn'd to his work again.
• E). I'm not sure, but, by golly, I'm gonna VOTE so that no one thinks I'm napping, surfing, texting, or doing my eyebrows.

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Part A What does the interaction between the hunters reveal about Zaroff’s ATTITUDE toward Rainsford?<br />

• A). He thinks of Rainsford as a worthy opponent.
• B). He believes Rainsford’s views of life and death are insincere.
• C). He views Rainsford’s moral stance as misguided and uninformed.
• D). He finds what Rainsford says to be humorous.
• E). I'm not sure, but, by golly, I'm gonna VOTE so that no one thinks I'm napping, surfing, texting, or doing my eyebrows.

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Part B. How does Zaroff’s attitude advance the plot of this passage?<br />

• A). Since Zaroff sees Rainsford as sentimental, he misjudges him as an opponent.
• B). Because Zaroff is intelligent, he tries to be a master of men.
• C). Since Zaroff enjoys conversation with Rainsford, he uses it to analyze his enemy.
• D). Because Zaroff devalues life, he is bored with his own life.
• E). I'm not sure, but, by golly, I'm gonna VOTE so that no one thinks I'm napping, surfing, texting, or doing my eyebrows.

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Part A.What does the interaction between Rainsford and General Zaroff reveal about Rainsford’s attitude toward Zaroff?

• A). He is afraid of Zaroff’s lack of self-control.
• B). <br />He believes Zaroff’s behavior is inhumane.
• C). He is in awe of Zaroff’s power.
• D). He questions Zaroff’s sanity.
• E). I'm not sure, but, by golly, I'm gonna VOTE so that no one thinks I'm napping, surfing, texting, or doing my eyebrows.

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Part B.How does Rainsford’s attitude advance the plot of this passage?

• A). He knows Zaroff is unpredictable.
• B). <br />He thinks Zaroff likes to play games.
• C). He realizes being the hunted offers a chance for survival.
• D). He understands that he is expected to go hunting.
• E). I'm not sure, but, by golly, I'm gonna VOTE so that no one thinks I'm napping, surfing, texting, or doing my eyebrows.

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