American Lit Review SGHS

Part A:  Based on text, what is the central idea of “Bring them Home?”

• 1. Museums capture moments in history for people around the world to see.

• Artifacts should be returned to their original country.

• Museums should be able to house other historical treasures.

• Historical treasures should be shared all around the world.

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Part B:  Based on the previous question, which piece of evidence best supports the central idea? 

• "Many other countries, including China, Iran, India, and Turkey, are seeking the return of objects important to their cultures and histories."

  
  

•  "Since they now have the desire and capability to preserve their treasures, they argue that it is only right that they have the treasures themselves."

  
  

• "It is impossible to ignore the power of these arguments."

  
  

•  "Whether these relics were taken for noble reasons, such as preserving them, or taken as spoils of war or colonialism, those countries currently in possession must make the moral decision to return these pieces of history to their rightful homes."

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 According to paragraph 4, pick 2 answer choices that support why the origin country wants their artifacts back. (Bring Them Home)

•  Because they feel like they are capable of preserving their Artifacts.

  
  

• “Greece  is eager to undertake the preservation of these priceless marble sculptures.”

  
  

• “Egypt claims this happened, for example, to a historically priceless burial mask purchased  by a museum in St. Louis.”

•  “Because such a long trip could cause irreversible damage to the ancient treasure.”

  
  

• “Seeking the return of objects important to their cultures and histories.”

  
  

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 Which of the following quotes BEST supports the author’s claim that artifacts should not always be returned to their original homes? (Museum Preserve the Culture of the World)

• ”Throughout the centuries, many priceless antiquities have been lost or severely damaged.”

  
  

•  ”By housing important  artifacts from a variety of cultures, museums around the world allow people everywhere to experience  a taste of the history and art that helped to mold the world they live in today.”
  

•  “In order to promote this experience of a world culture, museums should be supported in their desire to retain treasures that they have gathered over time.”
  

•  “For example, Germany still refuses to return the bust of Queen Nefertiti to Egypt  because such a long trip could cause irreversible damage to the ancient treasurer.”

  
  

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How would you describe the author’s style in Museum Preserve the Culture of the World?

• Weak and unhappy.

• Compare and contrast

• Informative and persuasive

• 1. Cause and effect  

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Which of the following uses of this passage "Bring Them Home" would be most effective?

• Advocating for the preservation of artifacts in their current locations.

  
  

•  Implementing stricter regulations on the acquisition of artifacts by museums.

  
  

• Collaborating with other countries to share cultural exhibits globally.

  
  

•  Engaging in diplomatic negotiations to repatriate historical artifacts to their rightful nations.

  
  

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The author repeatedly uses the word ”artifacts” when referring to artistic pieces. What is the effect of his word choice

• 1. It’s saying that artifacts are real

• 1. It ensures reader understands what the author means 

• 1. Gives a historical context and relation to the artistic pieces

• 1. Makes the reader have more emotion towards the author's central idea 

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What legitimate reasons do museums provide for not always agreeing to return artifacts to their countries of origin?

• Museums argue that artifacts truly belong only to the citizens of their country of origin.

• Museums may refuse based on factors such as past legal purchases, better preservation capabilities, changing political attitudes, and the belief that certain treasures belong to all citizens of the world.

  
  

• Museums decline requests solely due to financial considerations and budget constraints.

  
  

• Museums never disagree with countries of origin when asked to return artifacts, as they prioritize international cooperation.

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1. Part A: Choose the Statement that BEST captures the central Idea of “Museums Preserve the Cultures of the World?

• 1.  Artifacts should be preserved where they are most safe, cared for, and enjoyed by millions.

• 1. Artifacts should be kept away from their home country

• 1. Artifacts should be preserved where it’s most affordable

• 1.  Artifacts that were stolen shouldn’t be returned 

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 Part B: Pick two of the following quotes from the passage BEST supports the central Idea in Part A.

• 1. “While  right of ownership might seem always to belong to the country of origin, there are many legitimate  reasons that a museum may decline such requests.”

• 1.  “Sometimes  museums agree that it is appropriate to return these items, but sometimes they do not agree.”

• 1. “Museum professionals are experts,  trained in the best ways to preserve and restore ancient art and other relics, and they are dedicated  to this mission.”

• 1.  “Most people do not have the money to do this.”

• 1. “Most importantly, an excellent argument can be made that some treasures truly belong  to all citizens of the world, not just to those in their country of origin. “

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