When you approach the railyard, you will see a fork in the road. be sure to bear to the left at this fork, rather than turning right. if you end up going to the right, the road soon becomes rocky, full of potholes and altogeher impossible to traverse. the point of this passage is to a) explain the origins and history of railyards. b) convince the reader never to approach the railyard. c) discuss the composition and structure of the street. d) explain why it is essential to avoid taking the wrong turn at the railyard.

It is true that prior to 1914 the united states often had been disturbed by events in other continents. we had even engaged in two wars with european nations and in a number of undeclared wars in the west indies, in the mediterranean and in the pacific for the maintenance of american rights and for the principles of peaceful commerce. but in no case had a serious threat been raised against our national safety or our continued independence. what is the theme of this excerpt? a. the responsibility for americans to avoid involvement in war.b. america’s history of international involvement.c. a new kind of threat to american security.d. america’s history as a peaceful nation.

What is the allure of fear? what have you learned from the story about portrayals of fear in literature?

Read the following lines from wordsworth's poem and answer the question. for oft, when on my couch i lie in vacant or in pensive mood, they flash upon that inward eye which is the best paraphrase of these lines? despite being able to plant my own daffodils, i prefer remembering the ones by the bay. if i feel very sad, i look inside myself for courage to face the day with my eyes open. oftentimes, i become so tired and overwhelmed that i lay down and think of daffodils. when i am feeling empty or concerned, the sight of the daffodils comes to my mind.