In this unit, you examined complex characters from such stories as "A Retrieved Reformation" and "The Open Window." These characters can help drive the story's plot. Think of one of your favorite characters from a story that you have read. Why is this character one of your favorites? Does the character change in the story? If so, what changes does the character undergo in the story? What qualities of the character would you like to have in your own life? Why?

Read the passage. the dust bowl during the 1930s, extreme drought and high winds made life incredibly difficult in the great plains region of the united states. in many areas, rainfall was forty percent less than normal. the soil became extremely dry, and when strong winds blew, they created tremendous dust storms. these so-called “black blizzards” were so thick that they made daylight seem like dusk. during this terrible period, the great plains region of the united states was named the “dust bowl.” over the next few years, the drought continued, and the winds created more dust storms. in some places, the drought and high winds lasted for eight years. many people wondered if the black blizzards would ever end. which statement about this paragraph’s main idea is true? this paragraph’s main idea is stated in the topic sentence. there are not enough details to support the main idea. this paragraph’s main idea is implied. this paragraph does not express a main idea.

Why has crooks been able to accumulate more personal items than the the other ranch hands?

What does food symbolize in the importance of being earnest?