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Works of literature often feature young characters who are in conflict with the adult world. |
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From a work of literature you have read in or out of school, select a young character who is in conflict with the adult world. In a well-developed composition, identify the character, describe how the character is in conflict with the adult world, and explain how the conflict relates to the work as a whole. |
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What is the main purpose of the simile at the end of paragraph 3? |
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| A. | It shows how agitated Mr. Straitiff is feeling. | | B. | It describes Mr. Straitiff's typical appearance. | | C. | It emphasizes Mr. Straitiff's friendly personality. | | D. | It implies that Mr. Straitiff regrets coming along. |
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In the excerpt, what is suggested by the repetition of the advice to Dorothy to "just hold yourself together"? |
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| A. | that Dorothy wants to calm Miss Mohr | | B. | that Dorothy wishes her mother was with her | | C. | that Dorothy disapproves of Mr. Straitiff's reaction | | D. | that Dorothy has taken her mother's words seriously |
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According to the excerpt, why does Dorothy believe it is beneficial to be the last speaker in the contest? |
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| A. | She will have an opportunity to relax before speaking. | | B. | She will have more time than others to prepare for her speech. | | C. | She will have a chance to learn from her competitors' performances. | | D. | She will have an opportunity to leave a final impression on the judges. |
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