Read this sentence from the passage:

"I could tell, by their quicksilver speed, that the littlest creatures were accustomed to the approach of larger predators."

What does the word quicksilver mean?

frightening

valuable

unpredictable

dangerous

A girl tells her mom she is volunteering at an animal shelter because it makes her feel good, but the truth is that she has been offered extra credit and one of her classes to do so. Her motivation is

Which sentence uses the word accept correctly? I like all chocolates accept the ones with nuts. When did you open your accept from Bonnie? I will learn to speak with an accept. I will not accept this decision.

Which choice shows the correct use of a hyphen or hyphens? A. badly-damaged B. yoga-class C. ex-ecutive D. happy-go-lucky

Which is the best definition for the word etymology? a history of a word's origin and development of its meaning a syllable that carries the word's basic meaning an ending that changes a word's meaning a beginning syllable that changes a word's

One group of scientists believe that sea levels have risen because of global warming. another group of scientists believe that the sea levels have risen because of the melting of polar ice caps.

The sirens could be described as ___ A. Self-centered B. Enchanting C. Wandering D. Creative and Original

When Elizabeth overhears Mr. Darcy, which emotion does she display that would be an important element to bring out as part of an interpretative presentation?

What is something that tarnishes easily?

Why does hazel have to go to the hospital in this chapter

Reread the first stanza of "The World Is Not a Pleasant Place to Be." How does the meaning of the first line change as you read the rest of the stanza?