Read the following excerpt from “Our Schools are a Scandal” by Kyle Crichton: The teachers reply that they have the most nerve-racking job ever invented, battling as many as forty little demons (it is now said to be sixty in some classrooms) who are either actively sadistic or have adopted a manner of silent resistance that defies a grain for learning to pierce their craniums.

What type of figurative language did the author use to describe students?

hyperbole

simile

personification

metaphor

You have 24 hours to sleep, eat, work, and do all your personal tasks. which is the most effective way to do more in your day? a. eat less b. sleep less c. work more d. take more breaks

The following question refers to “the philosophy of composition” by edgar allan poe and on writing by stephen king. what is a key difference in the use of details in the texts? poe’s essay is dominated by facts, while king’s memoir is dominated by images and examples. poe references numerous authors and literary works, while king does not reference any other authors or literary works. poe includes a list of all the poems he has written, while king includes a list of all the books he has written. poe’s essay is full of personal details about his wife and children, while king’s memoir is filled with details about his pets.

Questions 1–2: identify the dependent clause and circle the independent clause. 1. since carmen was so hungry, she stopped at the deli and bought a sandwich. 2. the train was running late as usual, so kristen decided to call a taxi.