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Question 1 Report
........... Is the location of the action of the plot
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Setting is the location of the action of the plot. It refers to the time and place where the story takes place. The setting can include physical, social, cultural, and historical context that influence the plot and characters. It is an important element of storytelling that helps to create a vivid and realistic world for the reader or audience. The setting can also create a particular mood or atmosphere that contributes to the overall effect of the story.
Question 2 Report
A story in which characters or actions represent abstract ideas or moral qualities is
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An allegory is a story in which characters or actions represent abstract ideas or moral qualities. In an allegory, the author intends to convey a symbolic meaning through the characters, events, and actions in the story. The characters may represent moral qualities such as greed, envy, or kindness, and their actions may depict universal concepts like love, justice, or truth. Through an allegory, the author aims to teach a lesson or communicate a message to the reader in an indirect and engaging way.
Question 3 Report
Use the line to answer the questions.
'Our leaders will not compromise freedom
Nor will our heads give up liberty.'
A character that develops in the course of a novel or play is described as
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A character that develops in the course of a novel or play is described as a "round" character. This is because the character undergoes significant development and change throughout the story, becoming more complex and multi-dimensional as a result. In contrast, a "flat" character is one that remains relatively unchanged and one-dimensional throughout the story, without undergoing significant development or growth. The line given in the question does not provide enough information to identify a specific round or flat character.
Question 4 Report
Read the poem and answer the question
Proud mothers of the coming age,
'Tis good to find you now engage
Your minds and time your lives to raise
Above the level of bygone days.
'Tis good to see you play your part
With spirit and undaunted heart,
It gives young Afric's throbbing soul
A glimpse of a bright and glorious goals.
God bless you, mothers of our race,
God cause to shine on you His face;
And give you strength and all you crave
To bring forth sons and daughters brave
'To bring forth sons and daughters brave'' illustrates
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Question 5 Report
Read the stanza and the question
Pan, O great Pan, to thee
Thus do we sing!
Thou who keep'st chaste and free
As the young spring:
Ever be thy honour spake
From that place the more is broke
To the place day doth unyoke
Pan is used here as
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Pan is used here as a symbol. In this stanza, Pan is being referred to as a symbol of purity, freedom and youthfulness. The speaker is calling on Pan, the Greek god of the wild, to whom this stanza is addressed, to maintain his purity and freedom. The use of Pan as a symbol helps to convey the message of the stanza in a more poetic and evocative way, rather than simply stating it directly.
Question 6 Report
Read the extract and answer the question
You cram these words into mine ears against
The stomach of my sense. Would I had never
Married my daughter there! For, coming thence,
My son is lost, and, in my rate, she too,
(Act II, Scene One, lines 99 - 102)
''These words'' refer to
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"These words" refer to the information that Gonzalo has just shared with Alonso about how Naples is prospering and how Sebastian and Antonio's attempt to kill Alonso and Gonzalo failed. The speaker is expressing his regret for allowing his daughter to marry into a family with people who would attempt such treachery. Therefore, the correct option is 'the daughter's wedding'.
Question 7 Report
In drama, the ............. creates humour
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The correct answer is "clown". In drama, the clown is a character who is used to create humour. They often use physical comedy, witty remarks, and absurd behaviour to make the audience laugh. The clown is typically a supporting character and is often portrayed as a bumbling fool who provides a contrast to the more serious characters in the play. Their role is to provide comic relief, to lighten the mood, and to break the tension in the play. They can also serve as a commentator on the action, providing a different perspective on the events that are unfolding. Overall, the clown is an essential part of many plays and is an important tool for creating humour and entertainment.
Question 8 Report
UNSEEN PROSE AND POETRY
Read the passage and the question
A modest two-room hut built of mud and roofed with straw graciously sheltered the Mensahs. One of the rooms advertised itself as a living room. The kind earthenware pot willingly kept company with four ever-smilling stools. The pot eternally contained cool water for guests. The second room was a warm-hearted bedroom without a bed. The poor pair had to sleep on bare straw mats on the polished dirt floor Some overwashed rags deputised for blankets and sheets and pillows. Two strong dry logs, facing each other like bitter rivals burned themselve out at night, not merly to keep the couple warm but mainly to ward off hungry mosquitoes and other hostile pests.
There was no door to ward off the cold night air. Some rude devices, however, were contrived to keep the room quite safe from prying eyes and curious domestic animals. Would any thief be ever tempted to peep into such a rude room of such a poor pair?
The dominant literary device used in the passage is
Question 9 Report
Read the extract and answer the question
X: We two, my lord.
Will guard your person while you take take your rest,
And watch your safety.
Y: Thank you - Wondrous heavy .
(Act II, Scene One, lines 184 - 187)
What has happened to all the other characters in the scene?
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Question 10 Report
Answer all the questions in this section
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE: The Tempest
Read the extract and anser the question.
Silence ! One word more
Shall make me chide thee, if not hate thee. What!
An advocate for an impostor! Hush!
(Act 1,Scene Two, lines 478 - 480)
The addressee is
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Question 11 Report
Read the extract and answer the uestion
Ariel: All hail, great master! Grave sir, hali ! I come
To answer the best pleasure; be't to fly,
To swim, to dive into the fire, to ride
On the curled clouds, to thy strong bidding task
Ariel and all his quality.
(Act I Scene Two, lines 189 - 193)
Soon after, Ariel
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Based on the given extract, soon after Ariel offers to do Prospero's bidding, he will fly off to do his duty.
Question 12 Report
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X: We two, my lord.
Will guard your person while you take take your rest,
And watch your safety.
Y: Thank you - Wondrous heavy .
(Act II, Scene One, lines 184 - 187)
X and Y are
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Question 13 Report
Read the extract and answer the uestion
Ariel: All hail, great master! Grave sir, hali ! I come
To answer the best pleasure; be't to fly,
To swim, to dive into the fire, to ride
On the curled clouds, to thy strong bidding task
Ariel and all his quality.
(Act I Scene Two, lines 189 - 193)
Before Ariel's entry
Question 14 Report
Read the extract and answer the question
X: We two, my lord.
Will guard your person while you take take your rest,
And watch your safety.
Y: Thank you - Wondrous heavy .
(Act II, Scene One, lines 184 - 187)
X and Y are
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Question 15 Report
Answer all the questions in this section
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE: The Tempest
Read the extract and anser the question.
Silence ! One word more
Shall make me chide thee, if not hate thee. What!
An advocate for an impostor! Hush!
(Act 1,Scene Two, lines 478 - 480)
The ''advocate'' and the ''impostor'' are
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Question 16 Report
A dirge is a poem sung
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A dirge is a poem sung at a funeral. It is a mournful and melancholic song or poem that is usually performed at funerals to express grief, sorrow and mourning for the dead. The purpose of a dirge is to provide comfort and solace to the bereaved and to honor and pay respect to the deceased. Therefore, a dirge is not sung to send a child to sleep, to make workers happy, or at a birthday party.
Question 17 Report
Read the stanza and the question
Pan, O great Pan, to thee
Thus do we sing!
Thou who keep'st chaste and free
As the young spring:
Ever be thy honour spake
From that place the more is broke
To the place day doth unyoke
The stanza is an example of
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The stanza is an example of an apostrophe. Apostrophe is a figure of speech in which the speaker directly addresses an absent or imaginary person, an abstract idea, or an inanimate object. In this stanza, the speaker directly addresses Pan, the Greek god of shepherds and nature, and praises his virtues. The use of the phrase "O great Pan" and the direct address "to thee" are clear examples of apostrophe.
Question 18 Report
Read the extract and answer the uestion
Ariel: All hail, great master! Grave sir, hali ! I come
To answer the best pleasure; be't to fly,
To swim, to dive into the fire, to ride
On the curled clouds, to thy strong bidding task
Ariel and all his quality.
(Act I Scene Two, lines 189 - 193)
Ariel has 'come' because
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Ariel has come because he has been summoned by Prospero. In the opening lines of the extract, Ariel greets Prospero and declares that he is there to fulfill whatever task Prospero desires, whether it be to fly, swim, dive into fire, or ride on the clouds. This suggests that Ariel is under Prospero's command and has come in response to his summons. Therefore, the correct option is that he has been invited by Prospero.
Question 19 Report
Read the extract and answer the uestion
Ariel: All hail, great master! Grave sir, hali ! I come
To answer the best pleasure; be't to fly,
To swim, to dive into the fire, to ride
On the curled clouds, to thy strong bidding task
Ariel and all his quality.
(Act I Scene Two, lines 189 - 193)
'Ariel and all his quality' means Ariel and
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Question 20 Report
Answer all the questions in this section
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE: The Tempest
Read the extract and anser the question.
Silence ! One word more
Shall make me chide thee, if not hate thee. What!
An advocate for an impostor! Hush!
(Act 1,Scene Two, lines 478 - 480)
The Speaker is
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Question 21 Report
The use of imagery in prose or verse
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The use of imagery in prose or verse appeals to the senses. Imagery is a literary technique used to create vivid descriptions and sensory experiences by using words that appeal to our senses of sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell. It helps to create a more immersive and engaging experience for the reader or listener. The use of imagery can also convey emotions and mood, set the tone, and create atmosphere. By using imagery, writers can make their writing more memorable and impactful.
Question 22 Report
...........is a literary device used to express unpleasant in a more acceptable manner
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A euphemism is a literary device used to express unpleasant things or ideas in a more acceptable or pleasant manner. It is often used to avoid causing offense or discomfort to the listener or reader. For example, instead of saying "he died," a euphemism like "he passed away" may be used.
Question 23 Report
Answer all the questions in this section
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE: The Tempest
Read the extract and anser the question.
Silence ! One word more
Shall make me chide thee, if not hate thee. What!
An advocate for an impostor! Hush!
(Act 1,Scene Two, lines 478 - 480)
The ''impostor'' is
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Question 24 Report
In literature, repetition is used essentially for
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Repetition is used in literature for emphasis. It is a literary device that involves repeating a word or phrase multiple times to create a sense of importance or to draw attention to a particular idea or theme. Repetition can also be used to create a specific rhythm or pattern in a text. By repeating certain words or phrases, the writer can make them more memorable and powerful, and can reinforce the overall message of the text. Overall, repetition can be a powerful tool for writers to emphasize key points and ideas, and to engage and impact their readers.
Question 25 Report
Read the poem and answer the question
Proud mothers of the coming age,
'Tis good to find you now engage
Your minds and time your lives to raise
Above the level of bygone days.
'Tis good to see you play your part
With spirit and undaunted heart,
It gives young Afric's throbbing soul
A glimpse of a bright and glorious goals.
God bless you, mothers of our race,
God cause to shine on you His face;
And give you strength and all you crave
To bring forth sons and daughters brave
The poet's tone is one of
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The poet's tone is one of joy. The poem praises and encourages the mothers of the coming age, commending them for their efforts in raising their minds and lives above the past, and inspiring the younger generation with hope for a brighter future. The tone is positive, uplifting, and grateful, as seen in the lines "God bless you, mothers of our race" and "God cause to shine on you His face." There is no sense of sadness, condemnation, or sarcasm in the tone of the poem.
Question 26 Report
UNSEEN PROSE AND POETRY
Read the passage and the question
A modest two-room hut built of mud and roofed with straw graciously sheltered the Mensahs. One of the rooms advertised itself as a living room. The kind earthenware pot willingly kept company with four ever-smilling stools. The pot eternally contained cool water for guests. The second room was a warm-hearted bedroom without a bed. The poor pair had to sleep on bare straw mats on the polished dirt floor Some overwashed rags deputised for blankets and sheets and pillows. Two strong dry logs, facing each other like bitter rivals burned themselve out at night, not merly to keep the couple warm but mainly to ward off hungry mosquitoes and other hostile pests.
There was no door to ward off the cold night air. Some rude devices, however, were contrived to keep the room quite safe from prying eyes and curious domestic animals. Would any thief be ever tempted to peep into such a rude room of such a poor pair?
The rhetorical question that ends the passage stresses the
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Question 27 Report
A metrical foot in which a stressed syllable is followed by an unstressed syllable is
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Question 28 Report
Read the poem and answer the question
Proud mothers of the coming age,
'Tis good to find you now engage
Your minds and time your lives to raise
Above the level of bygone days.
'Tis good to see you play your part
With spirit and undaunted heart,
It gives young Afric's throbbing soul
A glimpse of a bright and glorious goals.
God bless you, mothers of our race,
God cause to shine on you His face;
And give you strength and all you crave
To bring forth sons and daughters brave
The literary device used in line 7 is
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Question 29 Report
Read the extract and answer the question
X: We two, my lord.
Will guard your person while you take take your rest,
And watch your safety.
Y: Thank you - Wondrous heavy .
(Act II, Scene One, lines 184 - 187)
The ''two'' later plot to_______
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Question 30 Report
A speech in a play in which a character speaks his or her thoughts alone is
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A speech in a play in which a character speaks his or her thoughts alone is called a soliloquy. In a soliloquy, the character speaks directly to the audience, revealing their innermost thoughts and feelings. It is different from an aside, where the character speaks directly to another character on stage, but is not meant to be heard by the other characters. Soliloquies are commonly used in plays to provide insight into a character's motivations, fears, and desires, and can be powerful tools for character development and storytelling.
Question 32 Report
'Let me not love thee if I love thee not' illustrates
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The phrase 'Let me not love thee if I love thee not' illustrates a paradox. A paradox is a statement or situation that appears to be contradictory or absurd, but in reality, it may be true. In this phrase, the speaker is saying that they cannot love the person if they do not love them. It seems contradictory because loving someone is an action that is not within the control of the individual, but the speaker is making it conditional upon their will. Hence, it is an example of a paradoxical statement.
Question 33 Report
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You cram these words into mine ears against
The stomach of my sense. Would I had never
Married my daughter there! For, coming thence,
My son is lost, and, in my rate, she too,
(Act II, Scene One, lines 99 - 102)
''.......in my rate'' means
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Question 34 Report
Read the stanza and the question
Pan, O great Pan, to thee
Thus do we sing!
Thou who keep'st chaste and free
As the young spring:
Ever be thy honour spake
From that place the more is broke
To the place day doth unyoke
The rhyme scheme of the stanza is
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The rhyme scheme of the stanza is "ababcdd". The first and second lines rhyme with each other with the "ee" sound (sing/spring), while the third and fifth lines end with the "oke" sound (spake/broke/unyoke). The fourth and sixth lines do not rhyme with any of the other lines. Therefore, the pattern of the rhyme scheme in the stanza is ABABCDD.
Question 35 Report
Use the line to answer the questions.
'Our leaders will not compromise freedom
Nor will our heads give up liberty.'
The lines illustrate
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The lines illustrate parallelism. Parallelism is the use of components in a sentence that are grammatically the same or similar in their construction, sound, or meaning. In this case, the parallel structure is used to emphasize the idea of freedom and liberty, highlighting that neither one will be compromised.
Question 36 Report
Read the extract and answer the question
X: We two, my lord.
Will guard your person while you take take your rest,
And watch your safety.
Y: Thank you - Wondrous heavy .
(Act II, Scene One, lines 184 - 187)
The situation in the extract is highly
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Question 37 Report
Read the extract and answer the uestion
Ariel: All hail, great master! Grave sir, hali ! I come
To answer the best pleasure; be't to fly,
To swim, to dive into the fire, to ride
On the curled clouds, to thy strong bidding task
Ariel and all his quality.
(Act I Scene Two, lines 189 - 193)
Prospero has actually
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Question 38 Report
'heads' in the second line is an example of
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The word "heads" in the second line is an example of synecdoche. Synecdoche is a figure of speech in which a part of something is used to represent the whole or vice versa. In this case, "heads" represents the people who have authority or power over the speaker. It's a part of the whole person that is being used to refer to the entire group of people.
Question 39 Report
Answer all the questions in this section
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE: The Tempest
Read the extract and anser the question.
Silence ! One word more
Shall make me chide thee, if not hate thee. What!
An advocate for an impostor! Hush!
(Act 1,Scene Two, lines 478 - 480)
The Speaker is
Question 40 Report
A ballad is essentially a ........... poem
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A ballad is essentially a narrative poem. It tells a story, often in a simple and direct way, and often focuses on a single dramatic event. Ballads are often associated with folk traditions and were originally meant to be sung or recited aloud. The narrative structure of a ballad makes it well-suited to storytelling, and it often features a strong sense of plot and character development. While ballads can be descriptive and include elements of drama or pastoral settings, at their core, they are primarily focused on telling a story through verse.
Question 41 Report
The pattern of a poem without reference to its content is referred to as the
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The pattern of a poem without reference to its content is referred to as the form. This refers to the structure and layout of a poem, including elements such as rhyme scheme, stanza length, line length, and overall organization. The form of a poem can greatly impact its overall effect and meaning, and is an important consideration for poets as they craft their work. While the content of a poem may be the most immediate and obvious aspect, the form is an underlying framework that gives the poem shape and structure.
Question 42 Report
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You cram these words into mine ears against
The stomach of my sense. Would I had never
Married my daughter there! For, coming thence,
My son is lost, and, in my rate, she too,
(Act II, Scene One, lines 99 - 102)
Where did the wee\dding take place?
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Question 43 Report
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You cram these words into mine ears against
The stomach of my sense. Would I had never
Married my daughter there! For, coming thence,
My son is lost, and, in my rate, she too,
(Act II, Scene One, lines 99 - 102)
The speaker is
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Question 44 Report
Read the poem and answer the question
Proud mothers of the coming age,
'Tis good to find you now engage
Your minds and time your lives to raise
Above the level of bygone days.
'Tis good to see you play your part
With spirit and undaunted heart,
It gives young Afric's throbbing soul
A glimpse of a bright and glorious goals.
God bless you, mothers of our race,
God cause to shine on you His face;
And give you strength and all you crave
To bring forth sons and daughters brave
The theme of the poem is
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Question 45 Report
The first four lines of the Shakespearian sonnet rhyme
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The first four lines of the Shakespearian sonnet rhyme in the pattern "abab". This means that the first and third lines rhyme with each other, and the second and fourth lines rhyme with each other.
Question 46 Report
UNSEEN PROSE AND POETRY
Read the passage and the question
A modest two-room hut built of mud and roofed with straw graciously sheltered the Mensahs. One of the rooms advertised itself as a living room. The kind earthenware pot willingly kept company with four ever-smilling stools. The pot eternally contained cool water for guests. The second room was a warm-hearted bedroom without a bed. The poor pair had to sleep on bare straw mats on the polished dirt floor Some overwashed rags deputised for blankets and sheets and pillows. Two strong dry logs, facing each other like bitter rivals burned themselve out at night, not merly to keep the couple warm but mainly to ward off hungry mosquitoes and other hostile pests.
There was no door to ward off the cold night air. Some rude devices, however, were contrived to keep the room quite safe from prying eyes and curious domestic animals. Would any thief be ever tempted to peep into such a rude room of such a poor pair?
The expression 'such a rude room of such a poor pair' illustrates
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Question 47 Report
UNSEEN PROSE AND POETRY
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A modest two-room hut built of mud and roofed with straw graciously sheltered the Mensahs. One of the rooms advertised itself as a living room. The kind earthenware pot willingly kept company with four ever-smilling stools. The pot eternally contained cool water for guests. The second room was a warm-hearted bedroom without a bed. The poor pair had to sleep on bare straw mats on the polished dirt floor Some overwashed rags deputised for blankets and sheets and pillows. Two strong dry logs, facing each other like bitter rivals burned themselve out at night, not merly to keep the couple warm but mainly to ward off hungry mosquitoes and other hostile pests.
There was no door to ward off the cold night air. Some rude devices, however, were contrived to keep the room quite safe from prying eyes and curious domestic animals. Would any thief be ever tempted to peep into such a rude room of such a poor pair?
The write's attitude to the couple is one of
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Question 48 Report
UNSEEN PROSE AND POETRY
Read the passage and the question
A modest two-room hut built of mud and roofed with straw graciously sheltered the Mensahs. One of the rooms advertised itself as a living room. The kind earthenware pot willingly kept company with four ever-smilling stools. The pot eternally contained cool water for guests. The second room was a warm-hearted bedroom without a bed. The poor pair had to sleep on bare straw mats on the polished dirt floor Some overwashed rags deputised for blankets and sheets and pillows. Two strong dry logs, facing each other like bitter rivals burned themselve out at night, not merly to keep the couple warm but mainly to ward off hungry mosquitoes and other hostile pests.
There was no door to ward off the cold night air. Some rude devices, however, were contrived to keep the room quite safe from prying eyes and curious domestic animals. Would any thief be ever tempted to peep into such a rude room of such a poor pair?
The setting is
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The setting in the passage is night. It is described as a cold night and the absence of a door and the contrivances to keep the room safe from prying eyes and curious domestic animals imply that it is a time when people are asleep and there is a need for privacy and security.
Question 49 Report
Read the poem and answer the question
Proud mothers of the coming age,
'Tis good to find you now engage
Your minds and time your lives to raise
Above the level of bygone days.
'Tis good to see you play your part
With spirit and undaunted heart,
It gives young Afric's throbbing soul
A glimpse of a bright and glorious goals.
God bless you, mothers of our race,
God cause to shine on you His face;
And give you strength and all you crave
To bring forth sons and daughters brave
The rhyme scheme is
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Question 50 Report
Read the extract and answer the question
You cram these words into mine ears against
The stomach of my sense. Would I had never
Married my daughter there! For, coming thence,
My son is lost, and, in my rate, she too,
(Act II, Scene One, lines 99 - 102)
The setting is
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Based on the given extract, the setting is on a ship. This is indicated by the phrase "coming thence," which implies that the speaker and his daughter were on a journey by ship. Additionally, the mention of the speaker's son being lost suggests that something untoward happened during their voyage, further indicating that the scene takes place on a ship.
Question 51 Report
Read the extract and answer the question
X: We two, my lord.
Will guard your person while you take take your rest,
And watch your safety.
Y: Thank you - Wondrous heavy .
(Act II, Scene One, lines 184 - 187)
''we two'' are
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The speakers "we two" in the given lines are Sebastian and Antonio. They are offering to guard the sleeping Alonso's person and watch over his safety.
Question 52 Report
Answer all the questions in this section
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE: The Tempest
Read the extract and anser the question.
Silence ! One word more
Shall make me chide thee, if not hate thee. What!
An advocate for an impostor! Hush!
(Act 1,Scene Two, lines 478 - 480)
The speaker's utterance betrays his
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Would you like to proceed with this action?