Read this sentence:

Cruel words are weapons.

Which kind of figurative language is used here?

The meaning of a poem is often subjective, since individual readers may have a different personal reaction to the work.

Which sentences in this excerpt from Leo Tolstoy's The Death of Ivan llyich show that Ivan llyich has realized the hypocrisy of his earlier life

What is the live birth rate for teens in the U. S. as of 2005?

Why do modern audiences relate to adaptations of Macbeth? A. Modern audiences like to see plays in which the main character is evil and has no redeeming qualities. B. Modern audiences believe that only plays written long ago have any creative worth.

1. What do you think of Jonas's community? What words might you use to describe it? Give reasons for your answers.

Which sentence uses commas correctly? A. Where is the new, fleece jacket? B. Have some of these hard, fruit candies. C. Paraffin is a translucent, waxy substance. D. You have seven, e-mail messages in your in-box.

What are two themes in the story " The gift of the magi " by O. Henry A love is the greatest gift you can give anyone B it is important to buy expensive gifts on Christmas C love is more precious than material possessions D it is difficult to make

To what does the author compare a person's sense of self? What ideas are conveyed through this simile

What is the role and influence of media today?

How does author Harvey L. Cobb develop the idea that the cherry trees are a major benefit to Washington, D. C.