What is a thesis statement?

The main claim or argument of an essay

A question that introduces the essay

A counterclaim in an argumentative essay is:

A statement that opposes the main claim

What does R.A.C.E. stand for in text-based responses?

Research, Answer, Conclude, Elaborate

"Beneath the towering oak tree, a young girl sat with a book, losing herself in the words. The world around her faded as she imagined distant lands, heroes, and challenges. Though she was small, her dreams were vast, stretching beyond the tiny village she called home." What is the central idea of the passage?

Reading allows people to explore new worlds.

The girl is afraid of her village.

"Beneath the towering oak tree, a young girl sat with a book, losing herself in the words. The world around her faded as she imagined distant lands, heroes, and challenges. Though she was small, her dreams were vast, stretching beyond the tiny village she called home." Which sentence best supports the central idea?

"The world around her faded as she imagined distant lands."

"Beneath the towering oak tree, a young girl sat with a book, losing herself in the words. The world around her faded as she imagined distant lands, heroes, and challenges. Though she was small, her dreams were vast, stretching beyond the tiny village she called home." What theme does the passage suggest?

Adventure can be found in books.

How does the setting contribute to the theme?

The oak tree represents stability and imagination.

The small village means she is lonely.

"In the heart of the city, two boys sat on opposite sides of the street. One had fine clothes and a full meal; the other had patched trousers and an empty stomach. As they locked eyes, a silent understanding passed between them—though their lives were different, they were both simply boys, both dreaming of a brighter tomorrow." What is the central idea of this passage?

Despite differences, people share common hopes.

People’s lives are determined by their wealth.

"In the heart of the city, two boys sat on opposite sides of the street. One had fine clothes and a full meal; the other had patched trousers and an empty stomach. As they locked eyes, a silent understanding passed between them—though their lives were different, they were both simply boys, both dreaming of a brighter tomorrow." Which sentence best supports the central idea?

One had fine clothes and a full meal; the other had patched trousers and an empty stomach.

They sat on opposite sides of the street.

A silent understanding passed between them.

"In the heart of the city, two boys sat on opposite sides of the street. One had fine clothes and a full meal; the other had patched trousers and an empty stomach. As they locked eyes, a silent understanding passed between them—though their lives were different, they were both simply boys, both dreaming of a brighter tomorrow." What theme does the passage convey?

People from different backgrounds can still relate to each other.

The passage explores the idea of:

Social class and human connection

In Jabari Unmasked, how does Jabari's use of the mask symbolize his inner conflict?

It represents societal expectations versus personal truth.

It hides his physical appearance.

It shows his fear of the unknown.

The phrase "We wear the mask that grins and lies" suggests:

The deception of outward appearances

The strength in hiding emotions

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A poem with four lines per stanza is called a:

Couplet

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

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What is personification?

A comparison using "like" or "as"

A statement that contradicts itself

Giving human characteristics to non-human things

A type of rhyme scheme

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