Elisa’s character, in "The Chrysanthemums," expresses a universal longing to reach beyond our circumstances—to be more and do more. Find a character in another story from this unit that shares Elisa’s longing. For each character, explain how the author conveys this universal longing and makes the reader empathize with the character. How are the two characters similar and different? With which character do you feel the strongest empathy, and why?

Labode, roger. "ten best dog breeds." family. dec. 2002. pp 17-18. what is the word family? a. article title b. name of publication c. author's name d. publisher

Which of the following most affects macbeth’s character ? a. he has an angry temperament b. he has only a minor title c. he is unhappy in his marriage d.he is offended by his friends

Read the excerpt from infinite jest 'my application's not bought," i am telling them, calling into the darkness of the red cave that opens out before closed eyes. 'tam not just a boy who plays tennis. i have an intricate history. experiences and feelings. i'm complex. "read,' i say. 'i study and read. i bet i've read everything you've read. don't think i haven't. i consume libraries. i wear out spines and rom-drives. i do things like get in a taxi and say, "the library, and step on it." my instincts concerning syntax and mechanics are better than your own, i can tell, with due respect. the theme suggested by the excerpt is about a. being understood b. the value of education c. wisdom versus foolishness d. learning responsibility