Read the following sentence: "The resolute soldier stood firm in the face of danger." What is the connotation of the word "resolute" in this context?

• Stubborn

• Determined

• Unyielding

• Careless

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In the story "The Tortoise and the Hare," the tortoise's slow and steady pace is symbolic of which concept?

• Laziness

• Persistence

• Speed

• Intelligence

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Analyze how the use of the oxymoron "deafening silence" in a poem contributes to the overall mood.

• It creates a sense of peace.

• It emphasizes the absence of sound.

• It highlights the noise in the environment.

• It suggests confusion.

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Consider the following argument: "Recycling should be mandatory because it reduces waste, conserves resources, and protects the environment." Which type of reasoning is primarily used here?

• Emotional appeal

• Ethical appeal

• Logical appeal

• Anecdotal evidence

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In an informational text, how does the use of subheadings help convey the author's purpose?

• By providing detailed examples

• By organizing information clearly

• By adding visual interest

• By summarizing the main points

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Read the following excerpt: "The sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink." How does this use of figurative language impact the mood of the text?

• It creates a tense mood.

• It evokes a sense of calm and beauty.

• It suggests a feeling of urgency.

• It implies a sense of danger.

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Which of the following best describes the relationship between the words "willful" and "resolute"?

• Synonyms

• Antonyms

• Homophones

• Words with similar denotations but different connotations

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In a persuasive essay, the author uses a personal story to illustrate a point. What type of rhetorical appeal is this?

• Logical appeal

• Ethical appeal

• Emotional appeal

• Statistical evidence

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How does the structure of a paragraph that begins with a topic sentence followed by supporting details help convey the author's purpose?

• It confuses the reader.

• It provides a clear and logical argument.

• It distracts from the main idea.

• It adds unnecessary information.

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Analyze how the supporting details in two different articles about climate change contribute to the development of their central ideas.

• They provide conflicting information.

• They offer evidence that strengthens the central ideas.

• They distract from the main points.

• They are irrelevant to the central ideas.

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