Identify the elements of figurative language included in this sentence: "Cowboy Charlie, who was really an attorney from Paris, France, owned 40,000 acres of the flattest, driest, most barren, depressing, arid wasteland in Texas."

From what you have read and previewed, which statements are true of both "Pyramus and Thisbe" and The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet? Check all that apply.

What is the meaning of the idiom "writing on the wall"? A. messages left for people one knows B. a sign that something bad is about to happen C. children's drawings and scribbling D. a warning of danger to keep people away

Why would a reader research the author as part of the pre-reading process? To evaluate the validity of the information To increase interest in the topic To improve comprehension of the text To analyze the main idea more easily

What does each stanza in "Auspex" show? A. several interpretations of the same issueB. different ways the poet approaches his predicamentC. the different stages of a natural processD. the ways in which the poet tries to change his circumstances

what is the lesson of this folk tale and how would enslave africans have perceived the lesson as being important (in the the people could fly)

Which of the following details from the story belongs to the rising action? A "Victor looked around the empty kitchen, imagining all he could do with this new space." B "'Nora's a good boss, but she's too controlling,' Victor thought.

What does bias mean?

Is eat a abstract noun?

What should you do if there is a man in your home your not sure where he is or what he is doing or even who he is what do you say?! 1. ''hello who is it'' 2. ''where are you''

Which of the following is the best description of Dickinson's poetry? A. Verbose and sensuous B. Boisterous and loud C. Concise and introspective D. Musical and sentimental