Use the sentence to answer the question.
"I found out the talent show is canceled," Anne said.
Which sentence can be added to create a dramatic tone?
(1 point)
Responses
"I am inconsolable."
"I am inconsolable."
"I am sad."
"I am sad."
"I am disappointed."
"I am disappointed."
"I am unhappy."
"I am inconsolable."
Use the passage to answer the question.
The air in the room was thick with humidity, but the windows were tightly shut. The two men sat across the table from each other, motionless. In the corner, Jack sat with his pen lifted just above the surface of his notebook, waiting. The buzz of a fly seemed like thunder in the silent room. They had fifteen minutes to reach a compromise, but neither seemed willing to make the first offer.
Which word best describes the tone of the passage?
(1 point)
Responses
tense
tense
eerie
eerie
humorous
humorous
joyful
tense
Which sentence has a surreal tone?(1 point)
Responses
His path was blocked by a number of people.
His path was blocked by a number of people.
His path was blocked by a herd of people.
His path was blocked by a herd of people.
His path was blocked by a group of people.
His path was blocked by a group of people.
His path was blocked by a crowd of people.
His path was blocked by a crowd of people.
His path was blocked by a herd of people.
Which statement correctly describes the relationship between thermal energy and particle movement?(1 point)
Responses
As thermal energy increases, particle movement does not change.
As thermal energy increases, particle movement does not change.
As thermal energy increases, there is more particle movement.
As thermal energy increases, there is more particle movement.
As thermal energy increases, it is not possible to predict particle movement.
As thermal energy increases, it is not possible to predict particle movement.
As thermal energy increases, there is less particle movement.
As thermal energy increases, there is more particle movement.
A scientist adds iodine as an indicator to an unknown substance. What will this indicator reveal about the substance?(1 point)
Responses
the presence of starch
the presence of starch
the presence of glucose
the presence of glucose
the presence of lipids or fat
the presence of lipids or fat
the presence of baking powder
the presence of starch
A student wants to try to convince her parents to stop serving peas for dinner. She lays out her argument that peas are high in fructose, which is a type of sugar. Which test could she use to provide scientific evidence to support her argument that peas are high in fructose?(1 point)
Responses
brown paper bag test
brown paper bag test
Benedict’s test
Benedict’s test
iodine test
iodine test
vinegar test
Benedict's test
The expression like a ton of bricks means “a crushing weight.” Would being hit by an actual ton of bricks hurt if it happened on the moon?(1 point)
Responses
No, it would not hurt because the bricks would have little mass.
No, it would not hurt because the bricks would have little mass.
Yes, it would hurt because the bricks would still have more weight.
Yes, it would hurt because the bricks would still have more weight.
Yes, it would hurt because the bricks would still have the same mass.
Yes, it would hurt because the bricks would still have the same mass.
No, it would not hurt because the bricks would have more weight.
No, it would not hurt because the bricks would have little mass.
Which phases does water go through if you use distillation to separate it from dissolved sugar?(1 point)
Responses
from a liquid to a solid, and back to a liquid
from a liquid to a solid, and back to a liquid
from a liquid to a gas, and back to a liquid
from a liquid to a gas, and back to a liquid
from a liquid to a solid, and then to a gas
from a liquid to a solid, and then to a gas
from a solid to a liquid, and then to a gas
from a solid to a liquid, and then to a gas
from a liquid to a gas, and back to a liquid
Which statement is a good description of plastic?(1 point)
Responses
It is a synthetic material that does not come from natural resources.
It is a synthetic material that does not come from natural resources.
It is a natural material that is made from synthetic resources.
It is a natural material that is made from synthetic resources.
It is a synthetic material that comes from natural resources.
It is a synthetic material that comes from natural resources.
It is a natural material made from natural resources.
It is a synthetic material that does not come from natural resources.
Which option would save the most natural resources while providing water for a person?(1 point)
Responses
using disposable plastic containers once each
using disposable plastic containers once each
using a reusable water bottle and drinking filtered tap water
using a reusable water bottle and drinking filtered tap water
reusing plastic water bottles several times and always recycling them
reusing plastic water bottles several times and always recycling them
drinking bottled water that comes from 100% natural sources
using a reusable water bottle and drinking filtered tap water
Why is it a problem that plastics are not biodegradable, when other materials like metals are also not biodegradable?(1 point)
Responses
Metals can at least be recycled and used more than once.
Metals can at least be recycled and used more than once.
Plastics are more of a problem because they float in water, but metals sink.
Plastics are more of a problem because they float in water, but metals sink.
Plastics have been chemically altered from natural resources and cannot be restored.
Plastics have been chemically altered from natural resources and cannot be restored.
Metals can be broken down by corrosion.
Plastics have been chemically altered from natural resources and cannot be restored.
In one to two sentences, explain a similarity and a difference between the particles in liquid water at 100ºC and the particles in steam at 100ºC.
A similarity between the particles in liquid water at 100ºC and steam at 100ºC is that both consist of water molecules. A difference is that the particles in liquid water are closely packed and have lower kinetic energy, while the particles in steam are dispersed and have higher kinetic energy.
You overhear a friend saying, “Plastic is the worst thing that humans have ever invented.”
In four to five sentences, explain whether you agree or disagree with your friend’s statement. Be sure to include facts that show the range of impacts that plastic has on human society and the environment.
i disagree with my friend while i still agree though, help!
While I can understand your conflicting opinions, allow me to provide some points that can help you form your response. On one hand, plastic has undoubtedly had significant negative impacts on the environment, as it is slow to degrade and contributes to pollution. It has infiltrated ecosystems, causing harm to wildlife and entering the food chain. Additionally, the production of plastic requires the extraction of fossil fuels and consumes valuable resources. On the other hand, plastic also plays a crucial role in certain industries, such as healthcare, where it is used for medical equipment and packaging, contributing to advancements in healthcare and reducing the risk of contamination. Furthermore, plastic has provided convenience and affordability in many aspects of daily life, including food packaging and transportation. Thus, while acknowledging the negative environmental impact, it is important to strike a balance and explore ways to reduce plastic consumption and promote alternative, sustainable materials.
Using a number line, what whole number and rational number to the nearest half is 40−−√ between?(1 point)
On a number line, the whole number nearest to √40 is 6, and the rational number to the nearest half is 6.5.
are you sure thats correct
Apologies for the incorrect response. The square root of 40 is approximately 6.32. So, on a number line, the whole number nearest to √40 is 6, and the rational number to the nearest half is 6.5. Therefore, to the nearest half, 40−−√ is between 6 and 6.5.
Use the excerpt to answer the question.
A government of our own is our natural right: And when a man seriously reflects on the precariousness of human affairs, he will become convinced, that it is infinitely wiser and safer, to form a constitution of our own in a cool deliberate manner, while we have it in our power, than to trust such an interesting event to time and chance.—Thomas Paine, Common Sense
What effect do you think these words had on the American colonists?
(1 point)
Responses
They most likely inspired fear in the Loyalists of the Patriots.
They most likely inspired fear in the Loyalists of the Patriots.
They most likely strengthened the colonists’ desire to act on their wish to separate from Britain.
They most likely strengthened the colonists’ desire to act on their wish to separate from Britain.
They most likely encouraged the Framers to meet and write the U.S. Constitution at the Continental Congress.
They most likely encouraged the Framers to meet and write the U.S. Constitution at the Continental Congress.
They most likely increased colonial acts of civil disobedience by confirming their validity
They most likely strengthened the colonists’ desire to act on their wish to separate from Britain.
What significant effect did the Treaty of Paris, signed after the French and Indian War, have on France?
(1 point)
Responses
France had to withdraw to its empire in Central and South America.
France had to withdraw to its empire in Central and South America.
France had to allow the British to claim and settle the Ohio Valley.
France had to allow the British to claim and settle the Ohio Valley.
France lost its claim to the entire Florida territory.
France lost its claim to the entire Florida territory.
France had lost most of its territory and power in North America.
France had lost most of its territory and power in North America.
Use the excerpt to answer the question.
. . . I long to hear that you have declared an independency—and by the way in the new Code of Laws which I suppose it will be necessary for you to make I desire you would Remember the Ladies, and be more generous and favorable to them than your ancestors. . . . If particular care and attention is not paid to the Ladies we are determined to foment [incite; instigate] a Rebellion, and will not hold ourselves bound by any Laws in which we have no voice, or Representation. . . .
—Abigail Adams, letter to John Adams
How does Abigail Adams use the ideas of the patriots to support her cause?
(1 point)
Responses
by comparing the existing British laws with the laws that the patriots feel need to be established
by comparing the existing British laws with the laws that the patriots feel need to be established
by declaring women to be independent from and having the same rights as men
by declaring women to be independent from and having the same rights as men
by claiming that women have the right to rebel if they do not have a voice in government
by claiming that women have the right to rebel if they do not have a voice in government
by insisting that history has always been unfair to women
by claiming that women have the right to rebel if they do not have a voice in government
What motivated most African American soldiers to fight in the Revolutionary War with the Patriots?
(1 point)
Responses
the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery
the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery
the desire to achieve military ranks
the desire to achieve military ranks
the fear of what would happen if they did not fight in the war
the fear of what would happen if they did not fight in the war
the need to protect their family and the families of their masters
the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery
What was significant about the role of the Green Mountain Boys? Select all that apply.
(2 points)
Responses
They launched a surprise attack on Fort Ticonderoga and defeated the British.
They launched a surprise attack on Fort Ticonderoga and defeated the British.
They assisted Washington and his troops in launching a surprise attack in Trenton.
They assisted Washington and his troops in launching a surprise attack in Trenton.
They secured valuable supplies of gunpowder and cannons.
They secured valuable supplies of gunpowder and cannons.
They secured a key route into Canada.
They secured a key route into Canada.
They brought their wives to help with the war effort.
They launched a surprise attack on Fort Ticonderoga and defeated the British.
They secured valuable supplies of gunpowder and cannons.
They secured a key route into Canada.
Which statement correctly contrasts Mary Ludwig Hays’ contributions during the Revolution to those of Betsy Ross?
(1 point)
Responses
Hays took charge of her husband's farm and Ross tended to wounded soldiers.
Hays took charge of her husband's farm and Ross tended to wounded soldiers.
Hays made guns and cannons and Ross helped on the home front.
Hays made guns and cannons and Ross helped on the home front.
Hays operated a cannon in battle and Ross made the American flag.
Hays operated a cannon in battle and Ross made the American flag.
Hays was killed in battle and Ross pushed for equal rights for women.
Hays operated a cannon in battle and Ross made the American flag.
In the text you read the following about George Washington and the Battle of Fort Necessity:
Determined to carry out his orders, Washington hurried on. Native American allies revealed that French scouts were camped in the woods ahead. Marching quietly through the night, Washington launched a surprise attack and scattered the French. The Iroquois helped the British fight against the French, as well as the French allies, the Algonquins.
How might the Iroquois have been helpful in assisting the British troops in the surprise attack?
(1 point)
Responses
The Iroquois likely had better knowledge of the area and could lead British troops through the woods.
The Iroquois likely had better knowledge of the area and could lead British troops through the woods.
The Iroquois likely had better knowledge of the habits of the French and Algonquins and could plan accordingly.
The Iroquois likely had better knowledge of the habits of the French and Algonquins and could plan accordingly.
The Iroquois likely had more modern equipment than the British.
The Iroquois likely had more modern equipment than the British.
The Iroquois likely instructed British troops how to fight in the woods.
The Iroquois likely had better knowledge of the area and could lead British troops through the woods.
What impact do you think seeing this image would have on the American colonists?
(1 point)
Responses
By confirming the rumors of illegal actions taken by Bostonians, the engraving would weaken the rebel’s cause.
By confirming the rumors of illegal actions taken by Bostonians, the engraving would weaken the rebel’s cause.
By confirming the reaction the British would have to an uprising, the engraving would reduce the colonists’ desire to take action.
By confirming the reaction the British would have to an uprising, the engraving would reduce the colonists’ desire to take action.
By confirming the strength of the British forces, the engraving would increase support for the British government.
By confirming the strength of the British forces, the engraving would increase support for the British government.
By confirming the repressive actions of the British government, the engraving would increase the desire to rebel against it.
By confirming the repressive actions of the British government, the engraving would increase the desire to rebel against it.
What were some reasons that the Iroquois joined forces with the British? Select all that apply.
(2 points)
Responses
They were enemies with some other tribes who were fighting with the French.
They were enemies with some other tribes who were fighting with the French.
The British charged lower prices than the French and therefore trusted them more.
The British charged lower prices than the French and therefore trusted them more.
They had long traded with British fur traders and didn’t want to upset the relationship.
They had long traded with British fur traders and didn’t want to upset the relationship.
They wanted to join forces with the Algonquins and Hurons who were also fighting with the British.
They were enemies with some other tribes who were fighting with the French.
They had long traded with British fur traders and didn’t want to upset the relationship.