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Question # 1

-- Exhibit– Harlem is an area of New York City known for its African American and Latino cultures.Langston Hughes knew this area well.How might a teacher in Harlem today use this poem to inspire young children?

A. review the history of Harlem
B. ask children to defer their dreams
C. guide children to value their goals
D. protect children from disappointment
E. encourage children to help their parents

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Question # 2

When might Grandmother feel that it is important to give a grandchild advice like this?

A. debating a political topic
B. refusing to try new things
C. choosing right over wrong
D. playing on a baseball team
E. learning to operate a computer

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Question # 3

Which of the following is true of Annaqtuusi’s drawings?

A. They show a strong concern for survival.
B. They stress the loneliness of Inuit life.
C. They picture the cruelty of the Inuit to animals.
D. They suggest the damage done by guns and snowmobiles.
E. They show a great affection for the Inuit society.

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Question # 4

One critic wrote of this author that "some of her [the author’s] stories . . . deal with thecrises of individuals who must cope with the disappearance of order." Based on the information in this excerpt, how does Granny’s life support this critic’sobservations?

A. protecting the children from a life like hers
B. keeping the house and children above criticism
C. missing John and the things he could have given her
D. her selfish desires for a life of her own
E. overcoming obstacles to make the best of her life

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Question # 5

Why does the author use the phrase “Satan’s own land” (lines 24–25)?

A. to indicate that only evil men were property owners
B. to suggest the Imperial Valley was full of devil worshippers
C. to highlight the intensity of the heat in the Imperial Valley
D. to illustrate that apricots ripen in hot weather
E. to explain that Manuel preferred picking fruit up North

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Question # 6

What does Rose’s comment “Don’t look as if it was the end of the world, Sam!” (lines55–56) suggest about her?

A. has accepted Sam’s argument
B. is concerned about Sam’s feelings
C. is angry that Sam protests her decision
D. doesn’t believe Sam loves her
E. is certain that she and Sam will eventually marry

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Question # 7

Why does the narrator wait so long to tell the audience that the one thing that he fears thebull will do is climb the tree?

A. build suspense
B. establish the theme
C. make the story realistic
D. calm down his audience
E. create sympathy for the bull

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Question # 8

Which one of Berniece’s character traits is revealed when doaker says twice that "Bernieceain’t gonna sell that piano" (lines 10-11 and 16-17).

A. low self-esteem
B. laziness
C. strength of will
D. shyness
E. enthusiasm

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Question # 9

Which word best describes the speaker’s attitude toward the person to whom she isspeaking?

A. loving
B. angry
C. respectful
D. confused
E. distracted

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Question # 10

If the speaker of this poem were still under the influence of the powerful experiencedescribed in this poem, what might he or she discuss with an old friend later in theevening?

A. pain and ridicule of childhood
B. comforts and joys of childhood
C. how much money each makes
D. how they grew apart
E. carefree days of adolescence

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Question # 11

Suppose one day Florence becomes a mother and her own children want to leave home.Based on her character as revealed in this excerpt, how might she react?

A. support their independence
B. send them off without any support
C. criticize their foolishness
D. give a party when they’re gone
E. whine about her own needs

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Question # 12

Later in the play, it is revealed that the piano has carvings on it of Boy Willie’s andBerniece’s enslaved ancestors. Why might this affect Willie’s plans?

A. less valuable
B. a piece of family history
C. the exclusive property of Berniece
D. not theirs to sell
E. part of the family’s entertainment

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Question # 13

How does Miss Cooper react to Sibyl’s protest that she is a freak?

A. shyly
B. angrily
C. reasonably
D. humorously
E. defensively

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Question # 14

-- Exhibit– In lines 23–25, the author states that Makeba "helped popularize ‘African jazz,’ a meldingof jazz with traditional African folk music." What did Makeba do with the two different kindsof music?

A. fixed them
B. blended them
C. explained each
D. separated them
E. painted each separately

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Question # 15

-- Exhibit– What does Grandmother mean when she says, “Don’t is the meanest of four-letter words”(line 19)?

A. “Don’t” is a swear word.
B. “Don’t” is not grammatically correct.
C. Only adults should use the word “don’t.”
D. “Don’t” is a word necessary to protect people.
E. The word “don’t” keeps people from enjoying life.

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Question # 16

At Mrs. Cowey’s parties, Theobald "was almost immediately cut out by other young menless bashful than himself" (lines 34–36) if he ever got near a pretty girl. What does this factimply about his relationship with the other young men?

A. are afraid of him
B. do not respect him
C. think he’s a daredevil
D. admire his intelligence
E. enjoy his companionship

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Question # 17

On the basis of the speaker’s reaction to the piano performance, what aspect of theperformance might the speaker comment upon to other people?

A. dull and uninteresting
B. well executed
C. emotionally moving
D. glamorous but superficial
E. technically brilliant

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Question # 18

When Wolf perceives “the least wave of a broomstick or ladle, he would fly to the door withyelping anticipation” (lines 43–46). What is Wolf doing?

A. avoiding Dame Van Winkle’s affection
B. trying to protect his master
C. defending his territory
D. fleeing possible punishment
E. warning Rip of intruders

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Question # 19

Which employee action might help newly hired people "succeed in their new jobs" (lines 24–25)?

A. answering questions
B. sharing office gossip
C. increasing work loads
D. encouraging tardiness
E. supporting the office charity

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Question # 20

The mother is described in two places in the poem: "Softly, in the dusk, a woman is singingto me" (line 1) and "pressing the small, poised feet of a mother who smiles as she sings"(line 4). What quality of the mother is emphasized in these lines?

A. youth
B. tidiness
C. wisdom
D. tenderness
E. morality

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Question # 21

Why is "Mama Africa" an appropriate nickname for Makeba?

A. She has several children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
B. She has traveled throughout the continent of Africa.
C. She has lived in South Africa.
D. She sings of African people, culture and traditions.
E. She sings in her mother tongue, Xhosa.

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Question # 22

What did the narrator and his friends like to pretend they were doing when they were out inthe woods?

A. filming
B. working
C. studying
D. exploring
E. exercising

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Question # 23

Why is Fred Ingram resigning his position at Sportique Supplies?

A. The work is not challenging.
B. The company underpays him.
C. The company lacks adequate benefits.
D. He wants to spend more time at home.
E. He needs a vacation to recover from surgery.

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Question # 24

Based on the last part of this scene, which one of the following is the most likely reasonTom gives in to Amanda’s request?

A. He agrees that Amanda’s request is Laura’s last chance.
B. He remembers a person at his work who might be a good match for Laura.
C. He cannot cope any other way with his mother’s nagging.
D. He wants to get Laura away from her glass animals.
E. He wants to prove to his mother that her plan is foolish.

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Question # 25

Which statement indicates that Boy Willie realizes that Sutter’s brother is trying to swindlehim?

A. "He done sold it piece by piece, he kept the good part for himself" (lines 38–40)
B. "he up there in Chicago got some kind of business with soda fountain equipment" (lines42–44)
C. "He anxious to sell the land, Doaker" (lines 44–45)
D. "Say he’d rather see me with it than Jim Stovall" (lines 51–52)
E. "He trying to get that extra five hundred out of me telling me he doing me a favor" (lines57–59)

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Question # 26

-- Exhibit– In lines 20–25 Ichabod appears very anxious about his appearance. Who is he trying toimpress?

A. his students
B. his employer
C. his friends
D. his students’ parents
E. his lady friend

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Question # 27

In lines 10–11, a dream deferred is compared to "a heavy load" that "just sags." What doesthis comparison suggest about those who must defer their dreams?It suggests that some people who must defer their dreams may feel

A. depressed
B. passionate
C. excited
D. fearful
E. angry

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Question # 28

What does the author imply by the phrase “A ray of enemy sun” (lines 47–48)?

A. The fruit pickers will get a good suntan.
B. Apricots need a lot of sun to ripen.
C. The fruit pickers are afraid of their boss.
D. The hot sun makes fruit picking nearly intolerable.
E. The sun’s light makes the apricots easier to see.

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Question # 29

-- Exhibit– How can someone “taste and smell the stars” (line 9)?

A. studying astronomy
B. living by society’s rules
C. ignoring the needs of others
D. reaching out for all life has to offer
E. viewing both old and new movies

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Question # 30

Why do the people appear "level . . . in the air" (line 9) to the fish?

A. lying down on the beach
B. waving frantically at the fish
C. walking away from the water
D. swimming around in the ocean
E. standing outside the fish tanks

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Question # 31

On the basis of Sancho Panza’s behavior in the passage, which of the following would hebe most likely to do?

A. preaching a sermon
B. attending a wrestling match
C. riding in a parade
D. rescuing a drowning friend
E. raiding a farmer’s field

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Question # 32

In her book THE ARGUMENT OFCULTURE, the author claims that "the modern culture isfar too critical—many prefer to shout down . . . the opposition points of view rather thanlisten to them."Based on the information above and the information in the passage, which of the followingbest summarizes the author’s view about criticism?

A. Criticism is usually easy to accept.
B. Criticism needs to be presented carefully.
C. Criticism is far too often ignored by the recipient.
D. Criticism is always harsh and damaging.
E. Criticism changes over time.

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Question # 33

When Rose tells Sam that he is “different” from anybody she knows (lines 4–5), what is sheacknowledging?

A. finds him peculiar
B. is surprised by his proposal to go with her
C. is concerned about what her friends might think
D. loves someone else
E. likes him

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Question # 34

What did the narrator and his friends like the most about throwing ice when the narratorsays that the ice would “shatter in excellent, war-movie-type fragmentation” (lines 53–54)?

A. reflect the light
B. splinter into pieces
C. act as guard on the water
D. freeze leaves and flowers
E. float on the creek’s surface

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Question # 35

What is suggested about the grandmothers in the line “With veins rolling roughly over quickhands” (line 9)?

A. They talk mainly with hand gestures.
B. They are active and energetic regardless of their age.
C. They are more capable than when they were younger.
D. They have completely changed the direction of their lives.
E. They are displeased with their memories and work hard to forget.

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Question # 36

What is suggested about Engel’s attitude toward coyotes by his statement, "I began tomarvel at these uninvited guests. Why, I wondered, is the coyote so successful, despitepersistent attempts by people to eradicate it" (lines 63–67)?

A. confusion
B. anger
C. fascination
D. fear
E. annoyance

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Question # 37

What is meant by Mrs. Hale’s comment, “I might have known she needed help” (lines61–62)?

A. Mrs. Hale knew Minnie Foster well.
B. Mrs. Hale doesn’t like to help other people.
C. Some understanding between people is intuitive.
D. Some people try to do too much for others.
E. One should not question one’s motives.

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Question # 38

-- Exhibit– -- Exhibit --Nelson Mandela was the principal South African, anti-apartheid leader.Based on the author’s description of Makeba in this excerpt, why was she able to return toSouth Africa after Mandela’s release from prison?

A. Her message was no longer a threat to the government.
B. Mandela spoke Xhosa, Makeba’s native language.
C. Mandela offered her a job in the new government.
D. Mandela invited her to perform at a concert.
E. Her children could pay for her trip.

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Question # 39

What does the speaker of the poem associate with singing and the sounds of a piano?

A. happy marriage
B. old friendship
C. lost childhood
D. new estrangement
E. burning desire

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Question # 40

Which phrase best describes Rip Van Winkle’s attitude toward earning a living?

A. completely uninterested
B. proud and dedicated
C. sometimes willing and eager
D. happily occupied on a job
E. hardworking and competent

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Question # 41

When did Helen Keller first become aware of the approaching storm?

A. when she heard the crashing thunder
B. when her teacher told her the storm was coming
C. when she felt the air grow cooler
D. when she felt the rain on her face
E. when she saw the dark clouds approaching

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Question # 42

What is the significance of the pauses in Tarto’s words, indicated by the three periods, asin line 2, lines 4–5, line 14, and line 37?

A. unable to speak the language
B. happy in his friend’s house
C. embarrassed about his message
D. speaking quickly without thinking
E. older than Anatou

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Question # 43

-- Exhibit– The poem opens with a question that it never answers directly. Several possible answersare supplied, but these are also questions. What effect do all these questions create?

A. anger
B. boredom
C. confusion
D. amusement
E. deep thought

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Question # 44

What does Maggie think might turn the road to "gumbo" (line 27)?

A. poor drivers
B. bad weather
C. logging trucks
D. construction vehicles
E. large numbers of campers

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Question # 45

To be funny, the narrator exaggerates the truth. Which of the following is an example of anexaggeration?

A. Some people need glasses to read.
B. It is harder for older people to climb stairs.
C. Some people prefer to stay at home at night.
D. The narrator has difficulty hearing people read aloud.
E. Revolving doors revolve much faster than they used to.

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Question # 46

Fred Ingram states in his letter that his role in his children’s lives “is not as important as itcould or should be” (line 22). Based on this statement, what might the reader conclude about Fred Ingram’s beliefs aboutrearing children?

A. fathers should be directly involved in parenting children
B. mothers should be the more influential parent
C. health care providers must be supervised by parents
D. parents must secure the best possible education for their children
E. grandparents can easily assume the roles of mother or father

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Question # 47

The first two paragraphs (lines 1–27) establish a contrast between which two parts of thenarrator’s life?

A. home and school
B. teachers and students
C. friends and enemies
D. girls and boys
E. mother and father

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Question # 48

The cat in this excerpt clearly expresses his feelings to Diana when she catches him.Which one of the following people probably feels the same way as the cat?

A. a lawyer winning a trial
B. a fisherman with no catch
C. a batter hitting a home run
D. a politician accepting a bribe
E. a general fighting off invaders

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