B.
PART A: Which of the following best describes the mood of paragraph 3 and its significance?
A. calm, like Maman-Nainaine's acceptance of when the figs will grow
B. dreary, like the hot and gloomy weather described in this section
C. anxious, reflecting Babette's impatience as she repeatedly checks the garden for
signs of the figs
D. sad, reflecting Babette's belief that she will never see the figs grow and will
never visit her family

(Ripe figs)

Which is the comparative degree of the word tall? a. taller b. tallest

Which statement describes how connotationis used in this passage

Lots of elementary school kids play sports after school. they play soccer, tennis, football, baseball, and even lacrosse. but i think that another great way to spend the afternoon is by playing a non-physical activity: chess. at our school we have a chess club that meets every week to play games and to learn about chess-related issues. chess is a wonderful game for many reasons. chess teaches students to be patient and not rush decisions. chess also teaches students how to strategize their future plans. and finally, chess teaches students the importance and necessity of sacrifice. chess can teach students just as much as any other sport. which sentence could best be added to this paragraph as a supporting detail? a) chess is not as fun as playing a sport outdoors might be. b) my father is very good at chess and plays a game with me every night. c) chess teaches students to think ahead about the consequences of their actions. d) other activities that are as fun as chess are painting, drawing, dancing, and acting.