My mother's voice was like a cool, dark room in summer - peaceful, soothing, quiet.

Identify the type of figurative language used in the excerpt and how it adds to the overall characterization.

Select the four pieces of information a thesaurus provides for a particular word entry. A. part of speech B. definition C. synonym D. context sentence E. pronunciation F. level of usage

Which of these would most likely include a thesis? A) A book of nursery rhymes B) A novel's table of contents C) A term paper for a history class D) A financial statement from a bank

Which are elements used to convey a theme? plot character style setting

Then I jumped in the canoe and dug out for our place, a mile and a half below, as hard as I could go. I landed, and slopped through the timber and up the ridge and into the cavern. There Jim laid, sound asleep on the ground.

Should standardized tests like the SAT or ACT be required to apply for college

Which sentence uses an absolute phrase to add variety and interest to its meaning? A) The principal tapped her feet while she waited to hear an explanation for how thirty desks ended up on the cafeteria roof last night.

What is Father doing at the start of the story? A. serving as a chaplain in the army B. taking care of Aunt March far away C. traveling to Washington on an extended trip D. working at his office near the March home

Keith knew it was his sister's birthday. He didn't want to make a big deal about it. Choose the answer in which the syntax best reflects that keith's desire does not conflict with his knowledge.

How does Henry respond when Mrs. Higgins scolds him?

What is the falling action of Romeo and Juliet