Read the excerpt from “autumn” by jean starr untermeyer. great jars laden with the raw green of pickles, standing in a solemn row across the back of the porch, exhaling the pungent dill; in the excerpt, the word “pungent” refers to the pickles’ aroma. color. shape. flavor.

Which statement is the best summary of the theme in this passage? small pleasures bring joy to life. o people cannot cope without relaxing activities. most people prefer to be alone. danger is inevitable, even in a person's home.

Which type of presentation aid is depicted in the image above? a. object/topic itself b. illustration c. chart d. technology

In a group discussion, which statement most clearly uses evidence to support a conclusion? a) the author makes some good points, but i feel that he’s ultimately biased. b) the author proves that he’s biased when he uses terms like “silly” and “stupid”. c) the author obviously hates the way fast food tastes, which is why he’s negative. d) the author first criticizes fast food, and then goes in to criticize junk food.