Which two words from the article are the closest synonyms?
A.Detour and adventure
B.Credential and reputation
C.Intent and mission
D.Memoir and experience
C. Intent and mission
Think about the following statement made by Maya Angelou:
"I loved the poetry that was sung in [church]. It just seemed to me the most wonderful way of talking. And then I started reading, really reading, at about seven and a half, because a woman in my town took me to the library….And I read every book, even if I didn't understand it."
The author's purpose for including this quote was to __________.
A.Explain that Maya Angelou was grateful to the woman who took her to the library
B.Demonstrate Maya Angelou's early and deep appreciation for words
C.Hint that Maya Angelou became a singer because she always loved poetry
D.Urge readers to ask questions about books they do not understand
B. Demonstrate Maya Angelou's early and deep appreciation for words
Which statement from the article best supports the opinion that Maya Angelou was extremely creative?
A."I've gotten a lot of work done, [but] not nearly enough. I don't know how long I'm going to live, but I still see my life as an adventure."
B.She penned seven volumes of memoirs, mastered several languages, published several volumes of poems and children's stories, and composed a multitude of music and plays.
C."I loved the poetry that was sung in [church]," she said, adding, "It just seemed to me the most wonderful way of talking. And then I started reading, really reading, at about seven and a half, because a woman in my town took me to the library."
D.She was awarded numerous honorary doctorates, and in 1981 became a professor of American Studies at Wake Forest University.
B. She penned seven volumes of memoirs, mastered several languages, published several volumes of poems and children's stories, and composed a multitude of music and plays.
The article states:
In 2002, she started composing verse for Hallmark Cards. Angelou called the venture part of her mission as "the people's poet."
Which would be the closest synonym for the word venture?
A.Literature
B.Endeavor
C.Nomination
D.Inauguration