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Literature embodies an artistic expression that conveys ideas, emotions, and experiences through language. It stands as an integral aspect of human culture, embracing diverse forms and styles such as novels, poetry, drama, and essays. Beyond reflecting societal, historical, and cultural contexts, literature ignites readers' imagination, emotions, and critical faculties. It serves as a gateway to exploring the human psyche, fostering an understanding of diverse perspectives and values while delivering aesthetic pleasure. Literature profoundly influences personal development and societal progress.

19. The following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B. Part A Which sentence from the passage best states the main idea? a. Hiking the Appalachiar Trail is a difficult but memorable experience. b. Everyone I know who has done it recalls the experience even if he or she did it decades ago. C. Last summer, my brother,, a few of my friends,and I decided to give it a try. d. My credo is "If you think you can do it, then do it!" Part B Which sentences from the passage best support the main idea identified in Part A? a. sentences 2 and 14 b. sentences 3 and 8 C. sentences 3 and 10 d. sentences 6 and 11 20. The words credo and incredible, which are underlined in the passage feature the Latin root-cred-. Using your knowledge of the root-cred- and the context of the passage, choose the best definitions of the words. a. Credo means "camping supplies." Incredible means "opposed to camping." b. Credo means "guiding belief." Incredible means "unable to be believed." C. Credo means "favorite saying." Incredible means "unable to be said d. Credo means "true description." Incredible means "unable to be described." 1. As what part of speech does the infinitive phrase in sentence 9 function? a. noun b. verb C. adjective d. adverb Which word from the passage contains a prefix meaning "not"? a. experience (sentence 1) b. decided (sentence 3) C. dislikes (sentence 8) d. continued (sentence 10)

Which of these best describes the writer's diction in the poem? A. filled with made -up words B. very flowery C. simple and precise D. formal and wordy

10. From which point of view is this passage narrated? a first-person by Natalie b first-person by Grandma C third-person limited d. third-person omniscient

In this passage, what is the author's main purpose? a. to describe the climate on a typical day on Maui b. to persuade readers to visit Hawaii c. to inform readers about the legend of Haleakala d. to entertain visitors to Hawaii

The word point underlined in the passage has several possible meanings. What is the meaning of point in the passage? Base your answer on context clues. A. to direct attention to something C B. the sharp end of an instrument C. a place where lines intersect D. an important matter