(This is going to be long)
[1] I have been studying the French language, with
some consistency, for three years. This field of
study has been, all at once, the hardest and most
rewarding of my life. I would put it above the
study of writing simply because I started writing
as a 6-year-old boy under my mother’s tutelage.1
I
always “felt” I could write. I did not always “feel” I
could effectively study a foreign language.
But here I am, right now, in a Montreal hotel. I
spoke French at the border. I spoke French when
I checked in. I spoke French when I went to get
lunch. I don’t really believe in fluency.2
If there is
such a thing, I don’t have it. I mishear words. I
confuse tenses. I can’t really use the subjunctive. Yet.
Something has happened to me and the something is this — I have gotten better. I don’t know when I
first felt it. I didn’t feel it this summer at Middlebury,3
despite the difference in my entrance and exit
scores. I didn’t feel it when I first arrived in Paris in January. I felt, as I always feel, like I was stumbling
around in the dark. I still feel like that. But I also feel like I am getting better at stumbling.
I am emphasizing how I “feel” because, when studying, it is as important as any objective4
reality.
Hopelessness feeds the fatigue5
that leads the student to quit. It is not the study of language that is
hard, so much as the “feeling” that your present level is who you are and who you will always be. I
remember returning from France at the end of the summer of 2013, and being convinced that I had
some kind of brain injury which prevented me from hearing French vowel sounds. But the real enemy
was not any injury so much as the “feeling” of despair. That is why I ignore all the research about
children and their language advantage. I don’t want to hear it. I just don’t care. As Carolyn Forché
would say — “I’m going to have it.”
[5] To “have it,” I must manage my emotional health. Part of that long-term management — beyond
French — is giving myself an opportunity to get better at difficult things. There is absolutely nothing in
this world like the feeling of sucking at something and then improving at it. Everyone should do it every
ten years or so.
I don’t know what comes after this. I have said this before, and will say it again: Studying French is like
setting in a canoe from California to China. You arrive on the coast of Hawaii and think, “Wow that was
really far.” And then you realize that China is still so very far away. “Feelings” come and go. Likely,
someone will say something — in the next hour or so — which I do not understand and I will feel a little
hopeless again. But right now, I feel high. And one must savor those moments of feeling high, because
they are not the norm. The lows are the norm. The Struggle is the norm. May it ever be thus.
Questions:
What were the character's obstacles? (Problems)
How did the character overcome these obstacles? (Solutions)
What important lesson did the character learn about life as a result? (Theme)
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From this list of roots, choose good descriptions for the plants and animals you are naming.
a water bird with a loud call (Select 3 words.)
solus (alone)
flos (flower)
canto (to sing)
fervo (to glow or burn)
celer (swift)
herba (grass)
aqua (water)
penna (feather)
clarus (loud)
brevis (small)
avis (bird)
magnus (large)
mare (sea)
rotundus (circular)
curso (to run to and fro)
Explain the poem line by line Ozymandias.
Answer:
Shelley's poem “Ozymandias” famously describes a ruined statue of an ancient king in an empty desert. ... In fact, the poem explicitly emphasizes art's ability to bring personalities to life: the speaker explains that Ozymandias's “passions” “yet survive” on the broken statue despite being carved on “lifeless” stone.Explanation:
One of the girls brought some candy for you.
The prepositional phrase(s) is/are _____.
brought some candy
for you
of the girls
some candy
one of the girls
Answer:
for you
Explanation:
A prepositional phrase is a group of words consisting of a preposition, its object, and any words that modify the object.
Answer:
for you
Explanation:
What point of view does Emily Brontë use in this excerpt from the novel Wuthering Heights?
In all England, I do not believe that I could have fixed on a situation so completely removed from the stir of society. A perfect misanthropist’s heaven: and Mr. Heathcliff and I are such a suitable pair to divide the desolation between us. A capital fellow! He little imagined how my heart warmed towards him when I beheld his black eyes withdraw so suspiciously under their brows, as I rode up, and when his fingers sheltered themselves, with a jealous resolution, still further in his waistcoat, as I announced my name.
A.
first-person point of view
B.
second-person point of view
C.
third-person limited point of view
D.
third-person omniscient point of view
Choose the sentence in which the word in ALL CAPS is used incorrectly.
Group of answer choices
A. The traditional family in China expects the eldest male, usually the grandfather, to be AUTOCRATIC.
B. Although she officially ruled with her brother, Cleopatra was the unquestioned AUTOCRAT of Roman Egypt.
C. Children learn to be self-governing by gradual practice in AUTOCRACY.
D. By dividing power among the legislative, judicial, and executive branches of government, the U.S. Constitution prevents a president from becoming an AUTOCRAT.
Answer:
c
Explanation:
What does William find in the library that inspires him to put his dreams of becoming a scientist into action?
BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND
Which topic would be most appropriate for an argumentative essay
In the spaces to the left of each number write P for phrase, IC for independent clause, and DC for dependent clause.
______ 21. After the dinner party
______ 22. Each answered
______ 23. Driving home
______ 24. Reading helps
______ 25. Giving him a lift
______ 26. Speak clearly
______ 27. Since few arrived
______ 28. No one saw
______ 29. Jumping is exhausting.
______ 30. Besides doing your work
______ 31. Until we leave
______ 32. That fell
______ 33. Where it fell
______ 34. Before crossing the street
______ 35. While we waited
______ 36. Have a great time
______ 37. Which is yours
______ 38. No one cared
______ 39. Left for dead
______ 40. Because they went
In the following sentences, list the homograph that matches the definition that follows the sentence.
Example: The coal mine is mine. Belongs to me
Answer: The coal mine is mine.
1. The bow of a ship is curved like a bow. -Used to shoot arrows
2. He took a bow after shooting the bow and arrow well. -Bend forward
3. The crew did well in digging the well. -Source of water
4. Does the deer herd have many do? -Female deer
5. He died and was put in the grave after a grave illness. -Serious
6. Can you lead us to the harmful lead paint? -Show the way
7. A minute is a minute compared to a day. -Very small
8. She moped because her moped was broken. -Small motorcycle
9. The farmer sows grain to feed the sows. -Female pig
10. Don’t try to clean up if you’re tarry. -Wait
Answer: 1.mine
2. bow
3. well
4. deer
5. grave
6. lead
7. minute
8. moped
9. sows
Explanation: each of two or more words spelled the same but not necessarily pronounced the same and having different meanings and origins.
Identify each of the following sentences as simple, compound, complex, or compound-complex.
1. He didn’t want any vegetables or rice with dinner.
2. Do you want the pasta, or would you prefer the steak?
3. In Paris last year we saw many attractions, including the Eiffel Tower.
4. After the game on Thursday, we are going to the movies.
5. After you go to the game on Thursday, come to dinner with us.
6. The book that is on the shelf is yours, and you can take it whenever you want it.
7. Although the cookies were burned, they tasted good.
8. Jamie and Ralph called me last night and then came over for a visit.
Answer:
Explanation:
Which one
Explanation:
What part of speech is the word in CAPS?
Brian walked SLOWLY home, as the day was so warm and pleasant.
Noun
Verb
Adverb
Adjective
With what you know and have learned in this lesson, create an "art behind the bars" project proposal. Write a 90-word letter to the mayor of your city explaining why you think it is important to have these projects in prisons and propose one project.
Answer: I will not write a 90 word essay for you, but I can offer up some ideas for you to possibly expand upon in your writing.
- Creating an "art behind the bars" program would give prisoners a positive outlet in which to express themselves.
- " <----same wording as above) would allow inmates to cultivate new ideas and find different and healthier avenues for self expression.
- " Art (whatever you might constitute "art" as) can be a powerful tool in coming to terms with ones issues and can give the "artist" (in this case inmate) a new kind of self awareness. It can also aid in personal growth and often helps people work through traumas they have seen or felt.
Explanation:
These are just a few ideas for you to think about or include in your essay. I hope that I have helped you, even if just a little. Happy learning! : )
Identify each of the following sentences as simple, compound, complex, or compound-complex.
1. He didn’t want any vegetables or rice with dinner.
2. Do you want the pasta, or would you prefer the steak?
3. In Paris last year we saw many attractions, including the Eiffel Tower.
4. After the game on Thursday, we are going to the movies.
5. After you go to the game on Thursday, come to dinner with us.
6. The book that is on the shelf is yours, and you can take it whenever you want it.
7. Although the cookies were burned, they tasted good.
8. Jamie and Ralph called me last night and then came over for a visit.
Answer:
1) Compound Sentence
(2 dependent clause are connected by one coordinating conjunction)
2) Compound Sentence
(2 dependent clause are connected by one coordinating conjunction)
3) Simple Sentence
(One main clause)
4) Complex Sentence
(1 independent clause and 1 main clause connected by one subordinating conjunction)
5) Complex Sentence
(1 independent clause and 1 main clause connected by one subordinating conjunction)
6) Complex Sentence
(1 independent clause and 1 main clause connected by one subordinating conjunction)
7) Complex Sentence
(1 independent clause and 1 main clause connected by one subordinating conjunction)
8) Compound Sentence
(2 dependent clause are connected by one coordinating conjunction)
Memories of a Memory
Have you ever witnessed something amazing, shocking or surprising and found when describing the event that your story seems to change the more you tell it? Have you ever experienced a time when you couldn't really describe something you saw in a way that others could understand? If so, you may understand why some experts think eyewitness testimony is unreliable as evidence in scientific inquiries and trials. New insights into human memory suggest human memories are really a mixture of many non-factual things.
First, memory is vague. Imagine your room at home or a classroom you see every day. Most likely, you could describe the room very generally. You could name the color of the walls, the floors, the decorations. But the image you describe will never be as specific or detailed as if you were looking at the actual room. Memory tends to save a blurry image of what we have seen rather than specific details. So when a witness tries to identify someone, her brain may recall that the person was tall, but not be able to say how tall when faced with several tall people. There are lots of different kinds of "tall."
Second, memory uses general knowledge to fill in gaps. Our brains reconstruct events and scenes when we remember something. To do this, our brains use other memories and other stories when there are gaps. For example, one day at a library you go to quite frequently, you witness an argument between a library patron and one of the librarians. Later, when telling a friend about the event, your brain may remember a familiar librarian behind the desk rather than the actual participant simply because it is recreating a familiar scene. In effect, your brain is combining memories to help you tell the story.
Third, your memory changes over time. It also changes the more you retell the story. Documented cases have shown eyewitnesses adding detail to testimony that could not have been known at the time of the event. Research has also shown that the more a witness's account is told, the less accurate it is. You may have noticed this yourself. The next time you are retelling a story, notice what you add, or what your brain wants to add, to the account. You may also notice that you drop certain details from previous tellings of the story.
With individual memories all jumbled up with each other, it is hard to believe we ever know anything to be true. Did you really break your mother's favorite vase when you were three? Was that really your father throwing rocks into the river with you when you were seven? The human brain may be quite remarkable indeed. When it comes to memory, however, we may want to start carrying video cameras if we want to record the true picture.
Which line from the text best explains why the author suggests we start carrying video cameras?
You may understand why some experts think eyewitness testimony is unreliable
The next time you are retelling a story, notice what you add
With individual memories all jumbled up with each other
The human brain may be quite remarkable indeed
the author suggests to carry video cameras around because our memories tend to fade over time
Cameron wants to be an x-ray technician he checks out the area he lives in and finds that there are three hospital systems close to him what does this tell Cameron
a.there are already too many x-rays technicians in the area
b.there plenty of jobs for x-ray technicians in the area
c.there is not a need for x-ray technicians in that job market
d.cameron will have to move to another job market to find a position
We can see here that the correct answer is: b. there plenty of jobs for x-ray technicians in the area.
Who is a technician ?A technician is a skilled worker who specializes in a specific field or technical area, often involving the use and maintenance of equipment, technology, or systems. Technicians play a crucial role in various industries, such as healthcare, electronics, automotive, information technology, manufacturing, and more. They are responsible for performing tasks that require technical expertise, troubleshooting, repair, installation, or maintenance of equipment and systems.
The fact that there are three hospital systems close to Cameron's location suggests that there is a demand for x-ray technicians in the area. Multiple hospital systems likely require a significant number of healthcare professionals, including x-ray technicians, to serve the community.
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The word _____ below could be replaced with the synonym "twisted", in the sentence without changing its meaning.
TWO roads diverged in a yellow wood,
And sorry I could not travel both
And be one traveler, long I stood
And looked down one as far as I could
To where it bent in the undergrowth;
diverged
bent
undergrowth
I'll give brainliest! What is the meaning of this quote in you're opinion?
“A life spent making mistakes is not only more honorable, but more useful than a life spent doing nothing.” — George Bernhard Shaw.
Answer:
It means making mistakes in life is useful.
Explanation:
Because if we never make mistakes we will never learn from them and it shows we have honour and nobility because we are learning from them and not repeating these and even better if we learn from others' mistakes.
Read the following passage from Susan B. Anthony by Alma Lutz:
If Sally Ann knows more about weaving than Elijah,” reasoned eleven-year-old Susan with her father, “then why don’t you make her overseer?”
“It would never do,” replied Daniel Anthony as a matter of course. “It would never do to have a woman overseer in the mill.” (Pg. 1)
Which character trait of Daniel Anthony is best illustrated in this passage?
1. kind
2. independent
3. realistic
4. forward thinking
Please answer, It's for summer school, take your time if needed.
Answer:
Realistic
Explanation:
Daniel Anthony Is Thinking About What The World Was Like.
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Write three sentences for each of the following tasks:
1. Use commas to set of an interruption in the flow of the sentence.
2. Use commas before and/or after directly addressing someone.
3. Use commas to separate three or more items in a series.
Buying fair trade products benefits farmers, producers, and the system.
Which detail best supports this main idea?
"Farmers need to work for other companies for lower wages."
"Fair Trade for All -- is to give benefits to more farmers and workers, to invest in co-ops and make farming communities stronger, and to engage more consumers in the fair trade business.
"The farmer sees profit, which causes more farmers to get certified."
"The more Fair Trade USA products sold, the more producers receive the benefits of the fair trade system, and the stronger the system."
Answer:
I think "Farmers need to work for other companies for lower wages." is the answer
Explanation:
Question of the day (QOD)
Is it important do to your own research?
Will give brainiest and lots of points please help .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. .Science is divided into four major areas. Physical science is concerned with the nature of the universe, tiny atoms, vast galaxies, the earth, and the natural events that take place on the earth. Biological science involves the study of plants and animals. The social studies are sometimes referred to informally as sciences. The social studies are concerned with the study of man and society. Mathematics and logic are together considered the fourth branch of the sciences. Mathematics and logic are the scientists’ second language. Mathematics gave man the process of counting. Logic gave him the process of thinking. Mathematics help scientists to understand the physical and biological sciences and conduct investigationsUse your notes above as information for a summary. Write the summary in the paragraph box below. Remember to use your own words. The summary should be around one-third the length of the original.
Physical science deals with nature and the natural events that occur on earth. Psychological science involves questions about mental processes that occur in the mind. Additionally, life is the subject of biological science. As well, social science examines human behavior and society. In addition, scientists have a second language in mathematics and logic. In the physical and biological sciences, mathematics assisted scientists in understanding and conducting investigations.
Explanation:
This speech was given prior to the Civil War and nearly 70 years before women in the United States were allowed to vote. What is Sojourner Truth saying about the connection between civil rights for African Americans and the rights of women? Why was she able to stand before a large audience and expound this way without notes or preparation? What issue of today might inspire you to make an unrehearsed speech? Post a detailed response to the Sojourner Truth Discussion prompt. Then respond to two classmates' posts.
I cant link the speech but you will be able to find it online i believe, please help me out im rlly struggling
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Suzanne is an archaeologist working on the uncovered site of an old Viking community what kind of education would Suzanne have needed to work on this site?
an associate degree in math
an apprenticeship with a blacksmith
a masters degree in anthropology
an internship with the local construction firm
Answer:
A master's degree in Anthropology
Explanation:
Suzanne is working on a Old Viking Community. To understand the vikings, Suzanne should have a masters degree in Anthropology. Anthropology is the scientific study of humanity, concerned with human behavior, human biology, cultures and societies, in both the present and past, including past human species. They consider the past, through archaeology, to see how human groups lived hundreds or thousands of years ago and what was important to them. To work in the uncovered site of an old Viking community, she needs a master's degree in Anthropology.
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Write another paragraph. Write a topic sentence and four or five sentences that explain or support the central idea expressed in this sentence. If you can, use a variety of the four sentence types you studied in this section. As you work, check for unity in your supporting sentences. Repeat some words or use carefully chosen synonyms to help ensure unity. Be sure that your facts or ideas are presented in some logical sequence. Make liberal use of the connecting words you have learned.
Ask yourself these questions:
Do I have a good topic sentence?
Have I used a variety of sentence types?
Do all my sentences relate directly to the central idea?
Have I repeated certain words and ideas for emphasis?
Have I included any sentences that do not belong in this paragraph?
Is all my information presented in a logical order?
Have I made use of connecting words to help guide the reader?
And don't put the meaning of a topic sentence. It wants a random topic about anything and then follow the rest.
I genuinely don't know, lol
Answer: Sorry but I'm confused on what were supposed to be finding out?
Explanation:
Which replacement corrects the spelling error in this sentence??
Would you agree to the recording of all private ceremonies, why or why not?
From The Giver
Answer:
I would not record any private ceremonies
Explanation:
I wouldn't unless a family member that couldn't make it and asked me to record it.
(P.S. is this suppose to be from a book?????)
What are your strongest assets when presenting to a group?
Answer:
........ are: planning, preparation, consistency, practice and performance.
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Answer:
b
Explanation:
Answer:
D is the answer
Explanation:
D is the most respectful and efficient response to this.
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