The story told in Around the World in Eighty Days is set the year 1873. It is about a man who makes a bet that he can travel around the world in eighty days. How does the historical time period influence the events in the passage?

Which of the following is true about a writer's diction? a. When the writer uses colloquial language, the diction is informal. b. When the writer uses simple words, the diction is formal. c.

Which quotation is an example of logos? O A. "I ride public transportation all the time, and with a cell phone! could call you if I ever got delayed or stranded somewhere." O B. "I could call and say hi during the day if I missed you." O C.

Which sentence about a thesis statement is not true? A. It sets the tone. B. It reveals an author's belief. C. It asks the reader a question. D. It establishes focus for the writer.

Origin of word pecan and savanna

When Teiresias describes the conflicts that Odysseus will face, how do these conflicts relate to the story's theme? The conflicts describe the theme. The conflicts contrast with the theme. The conflicts reveal the theme. The conflicts hide the theme.

Which statements are true about an emotional appeal? (Select all that apply.) This appeal draws on a person's morals, values, or sense of right and wrong, as a means to gain his or her support.

After Todd had graduated college, he was hired to teach history. Which verb is in the passive voice?

What is the tone and mood in Upturned Face by Steven Crane?

Which type of pronoun clearly shows what is being referred to-a specific person, place, or thing? A: relative B: demonstrative C: interrogative D: indefinite

Which of the following best describes the difference between vocational training and liberal arts