Which sentence includes a linking verb? A. The siren blared. B. We heard the wailing siren. C. The siren was loud and steady. D. Every Tuesday, the fire chief activates the siren.

What is the tone of the passage

Look up the etymology of humor in your dictionary. What process has the word undergone? generalization specialization

Passage One Although born in North Carolina, Romare Bearden grew up in New York City during the Harlem Renaissance. Both of his parents were active in the local arts scene.

Animal Farm Why are the animals happy in their work, despite the fact that they work like slaves? What is ironic about their reason for being happy?

Which of the following words has a positive connotation? mosses frail exhilarated bulb Which of the following words has a negative connotation? discouraging freedom exhilarated bulb

Evaluate the interpretive thesis statement below. The Arctic setting in Frankenstein is a metaphor. A. It is an effective thesis statement. B. It is not specific. C. It is not interpretive. D. It is not concise.

We voted. Which revision of the sentence has added an adverbial phrase?

What phrase describes Tybalt's attitude toward his uncle when Tybalt reports that Romeo has sneaked into the Capulets' party? A. scared and protective B. verging on disrespect C. humbly seeking advice D. obedient and mature

Kennedy's speech implies that if people will fight for freedom and justice, their government will do the same.

Which kind of phrase are the underlined words in the sentence? Duke, the smallest puppy in the kennel, was also the friendliest. A. adverb phrase B. adjective phrase C. appositive phrase