Which statement best explains the narrator's "reverential affection" (line 29) for his aunt?

"It was to her...I read my first Shakespeare" (lines 34)

Lines 36-38 develop a central theme by

implying that Aunt Georgiana missed having music in her life

Which quotation best reflects the narrator's realization resulting from Aunt Georgiana's visit?

"there came to me an overwhelming sense...combat" (56 & 57)

A primary function of the first paragraph is to

establish the reason for the meeting

The evidence provided in lines 72 - 76 demonstrates that plants may

develop symbiotic relationships

The final paragraph contributes to a central idea by suggesting that

species develop according to their own needs

Lines 47-52 contribute to a central idea by depicting Aunt Georgiana's

concern for daily responsibilities

The term "plant signalling" (lines 77 & 78) refers to the way plants

protect themselves from predators

The author uses the word "But" in line 17 to

express the controversial nature of "The Secret...Plants"

The figurative language in lines 33 and 34 implies the narrator

understands that his future will have challenges

The details in the first paragraph serve mainly to establish the

impact of early studies...plant behavior on current research

The poet's purpose in referencing "Highway 99" in line 2 is most likely to establish

a connection with the narrator's cultural heritage

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1
Which statement best explains the narrator's "reverential affection" (line 29) for his aunt?
"I never knew how far it bore her...happy islands" (68)
"Her lip quivered...she put her handkerchief up...mouth"(64)
"It was to her...I read my first Shakespeare" (lines 34)
"Don' t love it...it may be taken from you" (lines 42 & 43)
2
Lines 36-38 develop a central theme by
recalling the husband's generosity in...music lessons
emphasizing the role of discipline...Aunt G's musical talent
suggesting that the narrator resented his music lessons
implying that Aunt Georgiana missed having music in her life
3
The author's choice of how to end the story (lines 73-78) places emphasis on Aunt Georgiana's
hostile attitude
domestic skills
bleak future
unusual lifestyle
4
The text's credibility relies on the author's use of
order of importance
observable evidence
extended comparison
personal anecdotes
5
Which quotation best reflects the narrator's realization resulting from Aunt Georgiana's visit?
"sound poured on and on...shining current of it" (67 & 68)
"At two o'clock the Symphony Orchestra...my aunt" (44 & 45)
"there came to me an overwhelming sense...combat" (56 & 57)
"He requested me to meet her at the station...necessary" 6&7
6
A primary function of the first paragraph is to
establish the reason for the meeting
reveal flaws in the narrator's character
create an atmosphere of mystery
identify preferences of the narrator's aunt
7
The use of quotation marks in lines 57 and 59 acknowledge the presence of
deception
confusion
debate
resentment
8
Line 27, "For 30 years my aunt had not been further than 50...homestead" reinforces a sense of
discomfort
affection
happiness
isolation
9
In lines 1-9, the commentary about the letter implies that the narrator believes his uncle is
uncomfortable with changes
careless about details
disappointed at his decision
angry with his wife
10
The evidence provided in lines 72 - 76 demonstrates that plants may
produce genetic mutations
attack weaker organisms
develop symbiotic relationships
waste essential resources
11
The final paragraph contributes to a central idea by suggesting that
plants would benefit from having self awareness
scientists have dismissed important findings
species develop according to their own needs
humans have acquired superior characteristics
12
Lines 47-52 contribute to a central idea by depicting Aunt Georgiana's
fear of future separations
concern for daily responsibilities
desire for cultural experiences
fixation on painful memories
13
Lines 58-62 support a central idea suggesting that plants
possess intent
resist cooperation
produce sound
avoid modification
14
In line 39, when the narrator states that he "understood why," he is implying that his aunt G
knew little about current musical trends
avoided talking about his musical skills
needed some recognition of her ability
realized what she has given up
15
The personification in lines 23-29 stresses history's desire to be
heard
forgotten
repeated
comforted
16
The term "plant signalling" (lines 77 & 78) refers to the way plants
protect themselves from predators
adapt themselves to climate
reproduce with similar species
react to human contact
17
The first paragraph conveys a sense of
relief
caution
excitement
accusation
18
A primary purpose of the details in line 37-41 is to indicate a connection
between humans and plants
among several independent studies
between predators and prey
among diverse plant species
19
The author uses the word "But" in line 17 to
compare "The Secret...Plants" with "What a Plant Knows"
express the similarities between certain types of plants
compare the learning ability of particular types of plants
express the controversial nature of "The Secret...Plants"
20
The figurative language in lines 33 and 34 implies the narrator
regrets leaving his past behind
thinks he made a wrong decision
anticipates that his new life will be successful
understands that his future will have challenges
21
The details in the first paragraph serve mainly to establish the
impact of early studies...plant behavior on current research
importance of forensic science... theories of plant behavior
relationship between plant science and musical trends
difference between houseplants and wild plants
22
The poet's purpose in referencing "Highway 99" in line 2 is most likely to establish
an emphasis on the region's diverse landscape
a connection with the narrator's cultural heritage
an understanding of the narrator's difficult childhood
a criticism of the valley's agricultural economy
23
The details in lines 13-20 suggest that in her youth Aunt Georgiana was
resourceful yet cautious
compassionate yet critical
intelligent yet impulsive
courageous yet hesitant
24
The second stanza reveals that the narrator's overall point of view is influenced by
the expectations of his family
the labor of his relatives
his nostalgia for farm life
his experience working on farms

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