Read this poem. Worry makes an ache—
stomach swims, head throbs . . .
It’s an unwanted guest
with endless requests.
Like an empty piggy bank
Worry offers nothing.
Which line from the poem contains a metaphor?
A. Worry makes an ache—
B. stomach swims, head throbs . . .
C. It’s an unwanted guest
D. Like an empty piggy bank

Which excerpt best states the central idea of the second paragraph of the dark game ?

Which words in this excerpt from the count of monte cristo can be used as synonyms to determine the meaning of the word grotto? dant? s entered the second grotto. the second grotto was lower and more gloomy than the first; the air that could only enter by the newly formed opening had the mephitic smell dant? s was surprised not to find in the outer cavern. he waited in order to allow pure air to displace the foul atmosphere, and then went on. 1. air 2. opening 3. mephitic 4. cavern 5. pure 6. atmosphere

Using context clues read the sentence, then use context clues to determine the definition of parameters. setting clear parameters, such as rules, guidelines, or instructions, people understand what is expected of them. what is the definition of parameters? which type of context clue is used in the sentence?