Shakespeare emphasized that the downfall of the hero was caused by a personal error or character flaw. What do we call this literary element in today?

catharsis

Achilles' heel

tragic flaw

sympathetic characterization

How are the body paragraphs of a chronological essay divided? A. by time or sequence B. by sub-topic C. by type of evidence D. by idea

What is the most likely reason Mr. Winterbottom cries at the end of chapter 29

Nectar is a liquid secreted by flowering plants and used by bees to make honey. Which of the following connotations might be associated with the word? -Nectar is the drink of the Greek gods. -Nectar can be associated with "sweet" revenge.

A central message or insight into life revealed through the literary work A. non-fiction B. foreshadowing C. theme D. mood

What was the meaning of "Afterdark"?

2. How far does little Willy have to ride across the countryside to get to school? A. 10 miles B. 30 miles C. 1 mile D. 5 miles

Surface currents and waves are powered by A) wind and heat. B) wind and tides. C) boats and wind. D) heat and weather.

Of course, just as he reached the top of the stairs, he could hear the ring of the telephone from down below. What is the correct part of speech for the word ring as it is used in this sentence? verb adjective adverb noun

How did Jim develops over the story in the adventures of huckleberry Finn?

What Christian saint later was assigned this day in his honor