An allusion is an indirect reference to a famous person, place, event, or literary work. What allusion is made in the first paragraph of the story? How does this allusuon shape readers understanding of balboas character?

Which word suggests private thought? a. introspection b. repartee c. repose d. vigil

The autocratic leader handed out orders left and right. What kind of context clue would you use to understand the meaning of autocratic? A. A clue provided by contrast with a signal word B. A clue offered by an example C.

An ethnic group is A) a group of people who share common interests B) a group of people from the same country, of the same race, or with a shared culture C) a group of people who practice the same religion D) a group of people who are Hispanic

What sentence is an example of the way in which current events can result in the development of new words?

How does Guy de Maupassant use irony in "The Piece of String"?

Is this sentence a complex sentence? My scout troop is going skiing this December.

What does Lady Capulet think Juliet should be weeping for? Romeo's banishment Tybalt's death the fact that Romeo is not dead nothing at all

What would you consult for a list of synonyms when doing a keyword search a. thesaurus directory c. Database d. Journal article

Which aspect of literary criticism deals with whether the author's message is significant or worthwhile? interpretation analysis evaluation

What are the adjectives in the sentence, you are the best baker in the world.