English IV Semester Exam – Flashcards
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Read the sentence below and answer the following question: Would you please verify that my personal information reflects my new address? What does verify mean?
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confirm
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Which word correctly completes the sentence below? Because of the fallen tree, the gas leak, and the mouse invasion, this house is not actually __________.
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habitable
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The bungalow has every amenity you could want, including a fully stocked refrigerator. What does amenity mean?
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Something that provides comfort
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Shara must have really enjoyed her surprise party because she seemed as happy as a clam the entire evening. In this sentence, happy as a clam means which of the following?
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Extremely pleased
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The students' response to the pep-rally announcement was one of disregard and lack of interest. Which of the following replacements for disregard would make the student's response more negative?
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scorn
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Which line from the text states the main cause for Roosevelt's speech?
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The United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.
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The distance of Hawaii from Japan makes it obvious that the attack was deliberately planned many days or even weeks ago Which of the following implications is supported by this text?
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Japan deceived the United States.
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Which answer best summarizes the key message in this speech?
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We have been attacked in an evil manner, and we will respond with due force.
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What is the main effect of the line Always will we remember the character of the onslaught against us?
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To imply citizens would soon view the attack differently
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I believe I interpret the will of the Congress and of the people when I assert that we will not only defend ourselves to the uttermost What is the main purpose of mentioning the will of the Congress and of the people here?
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To assert the right to make a decision without input from others
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The United States was at peace with that nation and, at the solicitation of Japan, was still in conversation with its Government Which additional words from the text suggest the idea that Japan appeared interested in peace?
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Hope, solicitation
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Why does Roosevelt take pains to develop the idea that the attack was a surprise?
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To increase the sense of betrayal and outrage
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The American people in their righteous might will win through to absolute victory. Which of the following best characterizes the words righteous might?
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The word righteous suggests the speaker feels a strong response is justified.
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Which words best characterize the building as described in The Fall of the House of Usher?
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Excessive antiquity
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What does the line "old time entombed" imply?
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The old way of life has passed away.
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His countenance, I thought, wore a mingled expression of low cunning and perplexity. Based on this sentence, what is the meaning of the word countenance?
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face
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Beyond this indication of extensive decay, however, the fabric gave little token of instability. What does this line say about the house?
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Beyond the decay there is a poor quality about the house
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Shaking off from my spirit what must have been a dream, I scanned more narrowly the real aspect of the building. The author's emphasis on the word must in this line suggests which of the following about the narrator?
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He cannot distinguish dream from reality.
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Perhaps the eye of a scrutinizing observer might have discovered a barely perceptible fissure, which, extending from the roof of the building in front, made its way down the wall in a zigzag direction, until it became lost in the sullen waters of the tarn. What is a scrutinizing observer, based on this text?
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One who looks beyond the general appearance
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Roderick Usher's poem describes two different versions of the palace as viewed by travelers. Which answer best describes the contrast in these views?
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At first bright and airy, then grim and pale
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In what way does Roderick Usher's poem echo themes found in the 2nd paragraph of The Fall of the House of Usher?
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Usher's poem creates images of decay and destruction, much like the narrator in The Fall of the House of Usher focuses on crumbling tapestries.
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Based on information and details in the poem, which of the following is most likely true of Roderick Usher?
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He focuses too much on what has been lost.
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Based on The Fall of the House of Usher, what will most likely happen next in the story?
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The narrator will continue to feel more and more at ease in the house.
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Along the ramparts plumed and pallid, A winged odor went away. What is the most likely explanation for the "winged odor" being kept away?
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Something unpleasant was repelled by the beauty of the palace.
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Which of the following would best support a claim that most people feel hopeful about the future of education?
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A summary of the findings and an interview with the group collecting the responses
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Which of the following would best introduce a paragraph of evidence that supports the main claim?
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In addition, several studies have confirmed this is not an isolated case of disease resistance.
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I have many beliefs about how the traffic light system could perform better. Which revision would make this sentence more precise?
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I have some changes that I believe would make the traffic light system work better.
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Which of the following has a tone that is most appropriate for an argumentative paper?
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With findings like these, it's a miracle anyone ever pays attention to scientific journals.
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Recent claims that bee colony collapse will end food production as we know are not well supported. During the research process, however, the student finds very little research that supports her claim and much evidence that contradicts it. Which of the following would be the most appropriate revision for her thesis?
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While some believe the bees will recover, albeit slowly, it is becoming increasingly clear that our food crops may be in danger.
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If you are developing an argument in favor of a city ordinance that allows home owners to convert front lawns into vegetable gardens, which combination of resources would be most helpful in supporting your position?
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A study comparing the effects of vegetable gardens to the effects of lawns on wildlife
