As the family begins their vacation, they see clear water, blue skies, and sandy beaches. Suddenly a rumble shakes Jerome's sister off of her beach chair, Jerome remembers that this island is famous for the large volcano.......

What type of conflict is Jerome facing?

Justin didn't want to get involved in the struggle for civil rights. He just wanted to go to school. Unfortunately, many people in the community did not want Justin to go to their school because of his African American heritage. A simple walk to school becomes a powerful march for rights as Justin, a group of civil rights leaders, and millions of supporters make Justin's case the centerpiece in a heated battle for civil rights.

Who is the protagonist in this selection?

To Make French Toast: First, take out a skillet to cook and turn the stove on low. Second, you will melt the butter in the pan and stir it with a spatula. Third, beat the eggs. Fourth, lay the bread, white or wheat, on both sides in the eggs. Fifth, sit the bread on top of butter for 30 seconds and then turn over. Now you have a slice of French toast, repeat.

What is the Point of View of this passage?

All of the following are examples of external conflict except....

Anastasia sat by the fountain in the park with her head in her palms. She was weeping mournfully and her clothing was disheveled. In between gasps and sobs, Anastasia cried out a name: “Oh... John…” And then her cell phone beeped. Her hand flew into her purse and her heart fluttered. The text message was from John. She opened up the message and read the short text, “I need to get my jacket back from you.” Anastasia threw her head into her arms and continued sobbing.

What can we infer about Anastasia and John's relationship?

Anastasia sat by the fountain in the park with her head in her palms. She was weeping mournfully and her clothing was disheveled. In between gasps and sobs, Anastasia cried out a name: “Oh... John…” And then her cell phone beeped. Her hand flew into her purse and her heart fluttered. The text message was from John. She opened up the message and read the short text, “I need to get my jacket back from you.” Anastasia threw her head into her arms and continued sobbing.

What word in the underlined sentence is a context clue that helps us define 'mournfully'?

I feel so gloomy and melancholy on Wednesday mornings, and I don't even know why.

What is the meaning of melancholy in this sentence?

I feel so gloomy and melancholy on Wednesday mornings, and I don't even know why.

Which word is a context clue that can help you define melancholy?

Amy wanted to wear the simple white dress to the dance but her friend Emilia kept pushing her to buy this big, puffy, golden ballroom gown as ostentatious as it was expensive.

Using context clues, what does the word 'ostentatious' probably mean?

Which point of view is probably the most reliable?

Anastasia sat by the fountain in the park with her head in her palms. She was weeping mournfully and her clothing was disheveled. In between gasps and sobs, Anastasia cried out a name: “Oh... John…” And then her cell phone beeped. Her hand flew into her purse and her heart fluttered. The text message was from John. She opened up the message and read the short text, “I need to get my jacket back from you.” Anastasia threw her head into her arms and continued sobbing.

Choose the evidence that would support Anastasia being described as dramatic.

An old monkey on the point of death summoned his sons around him to give them some parting advice. He ordered them to bring in a bundle of sticks, and said to his eldest son: "Break it." The son strained and strained, but with all his efforts was unable to break the sticks. The other sons also tried, but none of them was successful. "Untie the bundle," said the father, "and each of you take a stick." When they had done so, he called out to them: "Now, break," and each stick was easily broken. "You see my meaning," said their father.

What is a possible theme for this story?