Read the following passage:I felt guilty for being born where I was born. For being on the stronger side, because I knew we were using our strength unfairly. We were no better than anyone else, yet we acted like we were because we had more people on our side and better technology. I knew it was wrong to take land that had belonged to them, but I didn't know how to stand up for what was right without putting myself at risk.Which of these storylines most closely matches the internal conflict of the passage?A.No matter how hard I tried, my kind and generous gestures could not undo the shame I felt at having cheated.B.I tried to convince them — I wrote letters and gave speeches — but no one was listening.C.We screamed and shook signs, but our words were simply too frail when faced with their military power.D.I had known that many officials took bribes, and once I was elected I wasn't sure how to reject this temptation.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Read the following passage:I didn't know how to act in our new home. I was sad and angry about being forced to move from our land. But at the same time I wanted to put on a brave face for my family and for my people. I wanted to cling to our pride and our traditions, but I also realized we were facing opponents who were clearly stronger and better equipped. Maybe someday it would be better for us to join together with them than to fight them.Which of these storylines most closely matches the external conflict of the passage?A.Maybe we can't stop them from building on our nature preserve, but we can work together to make the construction environmentally responsible.B.It was time to put aside words and take up arms to show them that we would not stand by passively and let them take our capital.C.Should I go along with the plan or point out the ethical dilemma? I was afraid I was already too far in to back out.D.I had never been so afraid as when our captain abandoned us; no one wanted to take charge to lead us to safety.

Read the following passage:I felt guilty for being born where I was born. For being on the stronger side, because I knew we were using our strength unfairly. We were no better than anyone else, yet we acted like we were because we had more people on our side and better technology. I knew it was wrong to take land that had belonged to them, but I didn't know how to stand up for what was right without putting myself at risk. Eventually, I realized how much money I could make by taking the land. I pushed aside my objections and took as much land as I could.Which statement most accurately describes the intended aesthetic impact of this resolution?A.It shows readers that the narrator has abandoned his beliefs.B.It leaves readers feeling confused by the inability of people to work out differences.C.It makes readers compare the story to others with a theme of cultural conflict.D.It causes readers to feel disappointed in and angry at the narrator.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

I felt guilty for being born where I was born. For being on the stronger side, because I knew we were using our strength unfairly. We were no better than anyone else, yet we acted like we were because we had more people on our side and better technology. I knew it was wrong to take land that had belonged to them, but I didn't know how to stand up for what was right without putting myself at risk. Eventually, I realized how much money I could make by taking the land. I pushed aside my objections and took as much land as I could.Which statement most accurately describes the intended aesthetic impact of this resolution?A.It leaves readers feeling confused by the inability of people to work out differences.B.It causes readers to feel disappointed in and angry at the narrator.C.It makes readers compare the story to others with a theme of cultural conflict.D.It shows readers that the narrator has abandoned his beliefs.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Which closing sentences to a story best show a character reflecting on a larger meaning found in a conflict?A.By asserting my individuality in spite of the negative qualities ascribed to my generation, I learned the importance of being true to one's own nature.B.As an overachiever determined to get a good score on the SAT, I was able to get into an Ivy League college.C.By accepting my parents' help in achieving my goals, I was able to attend the college of my choice and earn a prestigious degree.D.By accomplishing my goal and earning a degree, I learned that "the world is my oyster" and that I am entitled to succeed in life.

Which example best describes character development through internal conflict?A.Lloyd loses too much weight after his wrestling coach tells him he's too heavy for his division.B.Zane overcomes his fear of nature after spending the night alone in the woods.C.Cole applies to university when he finally stops doubting his own intelligence.D.Kai is able to persevere after a serious football injury because his team supports him.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS