1. PART A: Which statement best expresses the
central idea of the text?
Television talent shows can have a
dangerous and negative impact on a
person's self-image.
A stable self-image is important in making
good decisions and building relationships.
Social and personal problems are a direct
result of a negative self-image.
Striving to be like a famous person can be
dangerous for a young person.

Aproblem associated with drinking a beverage while driving is a.you may swallow more than intended b.your hands will be greasy c.your judgment will be impaired

Which is the best paraphrase of the passage? a.)it’s always cloudy where the men of winter live. b.)it’s always misty where the men of winter live. c.)it’s always dark where the men of winter live. d.)it’s always sunny where the men of winter live. read the passage from the odyssey - elpenor. by night our ship ran onward toward the ocean's bourne, the realm and region of the men of winter, hidden in mist and cloud. never the flaming eye of helios lights on those men at morning, when he climbs the sky of stars, nor in descending earthward out of heaven; ruinous night being rove over those wretches.

What is the best definition of the underlined word as it is used in the sentence? a statement of wit or amusement an expression of disapproval or condemnation a sentiment of indifference or apathy an exclamation of profound admiration or esteem