The author uses the questions in paragraph 4 to--

explain how false assumptions kept her from pursuing writing

In stanza 2, the poet's use of a metaphor suggests that--

words help writers generate ideas

Based on the last stanza, the reader can conclude that the speaker--

has begun expressing ideas freely.

Lines 1-5 highlight the speaker's discomfort because they show that--

the page appears to be taunting the speaker

Based on her letter, how has the author's Hispanic heritage influenced her message?

She communicates that a person from any culture can write

Which lines from the poem reflect a lesson that the speaker learns?

Start with any scribble, and soon the ideas will form

Which sentence supports the claim that reading helps writers develop their skills?

we like what happens to us when we open a book...

How does the author organize paragraphs 8-10?

By listing common practices by writers

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1
The author uses the questions in paragraph 4 to--
explain how false assumptions kept her from pursuing writing
suggest that her opinions were not accepted by others.
prove that maturity has enhanced her ability to write.
show there are benefits to being able to speak two languages
2
In stanza 2, the poet's use of a metaphor suggests that--
exercise helps writers develop their thoughts
words help writers generate ideas
ideas can overwhelm writers
writers depend on others to complete their work
3
Based on the last stanza, the reader can conclude that the speaker--
has begun expressing ideas freely.
hopes to learn organizational skills.
hopes to finish writing soon.
wants to write about winning a race.
4
What is one difference between the author of the letter and the speaker in the poem?
C
A
B
D
5
In the poem, the speaker's mood changes from--
relaxed to excited
uncertain to discouraged
frustrated to joyous
lonely to peaceful
6
Lines 1-5 highlight the speaker's discomfort because they show that--
the page does not provide the speaker with useful ideas
the page appears to be taunting the speaker
the speaker does not feel like writing at that moment
the speaker is unsure where to write his thoughts
7
The reader can conclude that both the author and the poet share a similar belief that--
C
D
A
B
8
Based on her letter, how has the author's Hispanic heritage influenced her message?
She celebrates the accomplishments of Hispanic authors.
She emphasizes the importance of storytelling to Hispanics
She encourages people to write about their unique culture.
She communicates that a person from any culture can write
9
Which lines from the poem reflect a lesson that the speaker learns?
In lush gardens, the words will bloom up around you
Hello, words, Hello, victory!
Start with any scribble, and soon the ideas will form
Quickly marching words, all in a line
10
How do the author's purposes differ ?
B
A
C
D
11
Which sentence supports the claim that reading helps writers develop their skills?
Revising is now one of my favorite parts of being a writer..
..you will never learn to hear and sing your own unique song
we like what happens to us when we open a book...
I've spent more time writing my own books
12
How does the author organize paragraphs 8-10?
By stating reasons writers avoid trying different techniques
By listing common practices by writers
By identifying problems writers encounter while revising
By comparing strategies writers use to develop their ideas.
13
Both the author and the speaker would most likely consider a blank page to be a--
commitment.
distraction.
challenge.
mystery.
14
Which sentence from the letter expresses the same idea as lines 6-10?
B
A
D
C
15
In paragraph 1, the word intimidating means--
encouraging
fearless
confident
frightening

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