In the warmth of other suns, what words are particularly important for understanding the book? Are any of these terms new words? Define the new words. How does the author’s diction contribute to the overall tone of the article or text?
Does the author use primarily positive or negative diction? Why?
Do you notice any patterns in the author’s use of diction? What are they?

Anthony johnson, an african who arrived in virginia in 1621, a. learned the powhatan language and became a translator for governor thomas dale. b. owned slaves. c. translated the king james version of the holy bible into indian and african dialects. d. was the first slave who purchased his freedom with earnings from growing tobacco.

Gretchen opens a high-end bakery in a busy section of town. customers pay top dollar for her quality baked goods. just two months later, emily opens a bakery across the street. she also sells baked goods but uses lower- quality ingredients and has a less appealing shop. some of gretchen's customers take their business to emily's bakery because her prices are lower. which industrial revolution-era system or movement is reflected in this scenario? o a. romanticism o b. marxism o c. social criticism o d. capitalism

Read the passage below. which of these statements describes the problem with including this passage as part of an explanatory essay? passage: the neolithic revolution changed everything for humans. before the n.r., you couldn't even plant food. i know you want to hear more, don't even deny it! o a. the tone is too dull and does not include a hook to keep the reader interested. o b. the tone is too objective and does not show the author's opinion. o c. the tone is too transitional and does not stay focused on one topic. o d. the tone is too informal and does not use appropriate vocabulary. surmit