Select the correct texts in the passage.Which line of dialogue best develops the character of Demetrio in the cultural setting?adapted from The Underdogsby Mariano Azuela     "Tonight or tomorrow at the latest we'll meet the Federals. What do you say, boys, shall we let them find their way about these trails?" Demetrio asked.     The ragged crew jumped to their feet, uttering shrill cries of joy; then their jubilation turned angry again and they gave vent to threats, oaths and imprecations.     "Of course, we can't tell how strong they are," said Demetrio as his glance traveled over their faces in scrutiny.     "Do you remember Medina? Out there at Hostotipaquillo, he only had a half a dozen men. Well, he held back the soldiers, didn't he? And he defeated them, too."     "We're every bit as good as Medina's crowd!" said a tall, broad-shouldered man with a black beard and bushy eyebrows.     "Viva Demetrio Macias," they all shouted.

by Mariano Azuela     "Tonight or tomorrow at the latest we'll meet the Federals. What do you say, boys, shall we let them find their way about these trails?" Demetrio asked.     The ragged crew jumped to their feet, uttering shrill cries of joy; then their jubilation turned angry again and they gave vent to threats, oaths and imprecations.     "Of course, we can't tell how strong they are," said Demetrio as his glance traveled over their faces in scrutiny.     "Do you remember Medina? Out there at Hostotipaquillo, he only had a half a dozen men. Well, he held back the soldiers, didn't he? And he defeated them, too."     "We're every bit as good as Medina's crowd!" said a tall, broad-shouldered man with a black beard and bushy eyebrows.     "Viva Demetrio Macias," they all shouted. 12Select the correct answer.How does the interaction between Demetrio Macias and his crew advance the plot? A. It develops the falling action. B. It develops the rising action. C. It describes the turning point. D. It describes the resolution.

Select the correct text in the passage.Which line from paragraphs 3–9 best supports the theme?(3) And Benedick hastily concealed himself, as Don Pedro, Claudio, and Leonato approached, followed by some musicians.(4) "Come, shall we hear this music?" said Don Pedro, seating himself on a bench within earshot of the arbour. "See you where Benedick has hidden himself?" he added in a low voice.(5) "Oh, very well, my lord," answered Claudio. "When the music is ended, we will give him something to think about..."(6) Come hither, Leonato," said Don Pedro, when the young musician had retired. "What was it that you told me of to-day—that your niece Beatrice was in love with Signor Benedick?"(7) "Go on," whispered Claudio. "We shall catch our bird. I did never think that lady would have loved any man," he added aloud, for Benedick's benefit.(8) "No, nor I neither," said Leonato; "but it is most wonderful that she should so doat on Signor Benedick, whom she has in all outward behaviour always seemed to abhor."(9) "Is it possible? Sits the wind in that corner?" murmured the astonished Benedick in his hiding-place.

Which question best fits a test on literary interpretation?*A. What figure of speech is used in the first lineB. Who is the persona?C. What is the mood of the poem?D. Where is the story set?

Which line of dialogue best provides insight about a character's identity conflict?A."I've managed to strike a bargain with my folks," I rejoiced. "I'll spend summer and fall in Gatlinburg and winter and spring in New York!"B."I'm not ungrateful," I retorted. "I appreciate all you and Dad have done for me. I just feel that I'm old enough to make my own decisions."C."It may be the cultural capital of the United States, but New York isn't for everyone," I observed. "I've learned to adjust, but not everyone can."D."If I stay here, I'll be a fish out of water," I cried, as I pleaded with my mother. "I need space, fresh air, and solitude. I'm leaving for Gatlinburg.

Select the correct texts in the passage.Liam is planning a fictional story about a young boy’s adventure in the wilderness with his pet dog. Which sentence could be improved by including dialogue?They had been traveling for hours, and Simon was ready to make camp for the night. He could tell by the slowed pace of his loyal dog, Bruce, that he was ready for a break also. The cold winds had picked up speed, and both travelers had endured the sharp sting as they’d climbed the steep trail of the mountain. Simon nodded toward Bruce and told him it was time to call it quits for the day. He found an open spot that was sheltered by trees and began unloading his backpack. Bruce found a mossy spot beneath a tree and curled up, but he never took his eyes off Simon. Simon’s stomach grumbled, and he wished that he hadn’t consumed all of his provisions earlier in the day.