Read the excerpt and answer the question. I suppose that futile waiting was the sorrowful background music of our impoverished little community when I was young. Which best describes the figurative language used in this sentence?

What is suspension of disbelief?

Which statement best explains the oxymoron "lead balloon" as used in this quotation? "Terrell's suggestion to hold Sergeant Sheila Estrada's welcome-home celebration at a bowling alley went over like a lead balloon," said Cheryl.

Why does chikes mother tell him not to eat in others houses? (Chikes School days) a. some offered food to idols b. most didnt wash their food c. she wanted him home for meals d. she worried he would meet a girl

Which thesis statement appears in your published essay? A. working B. final C. fake D. limited

Which revision of the first sentence follows the style guide and best retains the clarity of the original? We conducted a survey of every notary public in the immediate area and asked which type of notary stamp he or she liked best.

Which of the following is NOT a skill scientists use to learn about the world

Which sentence correctly uses the word "so"?

Which word in the poem "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud" by William Wordsworth most clearly represents its subject? cloud daffodils the stars waves pensive mood

What would you call a person who accidentally makes bad mistakes? What character trait would describe someone like this

How has the main character in your book interacted with others? What might this interaction with others reveal about the story or the author's purpose for writing the book? Use examples from your reading to support your conclusion.