Read the passage.

Music and the Brain

From the beginning of recorded history, music has been created and enjoyed by people. Even early man carved flutes from bones. Thomas Jefferson was known to play his violin to help him formulate the most effective word choices as he wrote the Declaration of Independence. Albert Einstein, considered one of the most intelligent men who ever lived, also played the violin. He was said to have figured out his most challenging mathematical formulas by playing his violin. Today scientists are discovering that the study of music, playing an instrument, or participating through singing can actually help develop our brains. No wonder Einstein and Jefferson, among many, found music helpful in problem solving.

There was a time in America’s history when music was a centerpiece of family life. There were no televisions, radios, or other forms of electronic entertainment. Social life often involved someone playing the piano or another instrument while guests sang along or listened for enjoyment. Therefore, if parents could afford the opportunity, their children were encouraged to learn how to play an instrument. Taking music lessons did not mean a child was expected to become a professional musician. However, it usually meant the kids learned the daily discipline of practice.

Recent brain research has shown some surprising benefits as a result of formal musical training. Learning to play a musical instrument appears to develop parts of the brain that can even influence academic results. The studies indicate that the earlier a child begins training, the more benefits there are. One such study showed that children who began musical studies before the age of seven had a more developed brain in the region where language production and auditory processing take place. Scientists believe there is mounting evidence to show that early musical training can improve brain function.

A research team from Northwestern University observed that to achieve the positive brain development from musical training, music students had to be active participants. There were differences found between the kids who attended a more passive music appreciation class, and the ones who learned to play instruments. It was the active production of music that rewired the brain. Using electrodes on the students’ heads, scientists were able to see how actively the brain responded when students generated music.

Neuroscientists have suggested that playing an instrument, especially at an early age, can improve how the brain interprets sensory information. Music (singing or playing an instrument) also positively affects memory. Apparently, music activates both the right and left sides of the brain simultaneously and this activity increases efficiency in processing information. In one study, researchers found the areas of the brain that affect language skill and “executive function” were more developed in musically trained students. The executive function is the planning center of your brain, where you figure out what must get done, and how to do it in the time that exists.

A special community music program in a low-income area of Los Angeles showed a higher success rate of students going on to college than students in the area who did not participate in this music education. A team of researchers was asked to offer scientific evidence for this compelling distinction. The study concluded that there were significant improvements in reading scores for the children who attended music classes regularly and were actively engaged for a period of two years, compared to those who did not participate.

Playing a musical instrument engages muscular movement, requires coordination, and employs various senses. This intricate process of making music creates motion and emotional response. According to one scientist’s studies, intense musical training increases not only the volume of the brain, but also improves the connections between the hemispheres of the brain.

Today there is a trend toward instrumental lessons being less of a priority than in decades past. In many cases, families cannot afford private lessons or the time it takes from the family schedule. Fortunately, many schools still provide classes for chorus, orchestra, and band, which help promote this educational opportunity. Families keep busy today with most parents working full-time outside the home. Children are also busy with various extracurricular activities, competing forms of technological entertainment, and year-round sports activities.

What do the words active production suggest in Paragraph 4 of this passage?


Students respond better to music when they play it themselves.

Listening to music helps students appreciate class.

Playing an instrument is beneficial to brain development.

Producing music shows activity in the brain.

Paragraph four of the given passage "music and the brain" explains that the active production in the paragraph means that option (d): "Producing music shows activity in the brain."

Children who learned to play instruments showed changes from those who took a more passive music appreciation lesson.

The act of actively creating music rewired the brain. Scientists were able to observe how strongly the brain responded while students produced music by placing electrodes on the students' heads.

It has been demonstrated that some of the biggest and most varied brain networks are activated by music. Additionally, learning a musical instrument provides excellent verbal and cognitive advantages.

Therefore, option (b) or (ii) the explanation of the words "active production" in paragraph four.

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Read the passage.
excerpt from "Paper Pills" by Sherwood Anderson
Doctor Reefy was a tall man who had worn one suit of clothes
for ten years. It was frayed at the sleeves and little holes had
appeared at the knees and elbows. In the office he wore also a
linen duster with huge pockets into which he continually stuffed
scraps of paper. After some weeks the scraps of paper became
little hard round balls, and when the pockets were filled he
dumped them out upon the floor. For ten years he had but one
friend, another old man named John Spaniard who owned a tree
nursery. Sometimes, in a playful mood, old Doctor Reefy took
from his pockets a handful of the paper balls and threw them at
the nursery man. "That is to confound you, you blathering old
sentimentalist," he cried, shaking with laughter.
Read the sentence from "Paper Pills."
"That is to confound you, you blathering old sentimentalist," he
cried, shaking with laughter.
Which choice best expresses the meaning of "confound" as
used in the excerpt?
O interpret
O crown
O confuse
O repeal

Describe the important of mushroom for us​

how can catholicism relate to Education, Health, Family and Livelihood?​

In The Metamorphosis, which element best mirrors the author's own feelings of inadequacy?

At the end of the Declaration of Independence, what promises do the signers make ?

Read the following passage:
And before we judge them too harshly we must remember
what ruthless and utter destruction our own species has
wrought, not only upon animals such as the vanquished
bison and the dodo, but upon its own inferior races.
-H. G. Wells, The War of the Worlds
This passage is from a science fiction story about an alien invasion of Earth.
What effect does the phrase "ruthless and utter destruction most likely have
on readers?
OA. It causes people to think seriously about the dangers of
technology.
OB. It makes people laugh, as its idea is ridiculous.
OC. It makes people feel proud of the history of colonialism.
OD. It builds suspense because its tone is calm but its words are
disturbing.

Q1
_______ is the letter addressed to?
A who
B whom
C to whom
D which

Q2
They didn't invite ______ of the twins.
A none
B either
C neither
D all
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Read the sentence. it always makes some students uncomfortable. which revision best establishes clarity? taking tests makes us uncomfortable. it always makes some students uncomfortable taking tests. it always makes some students, taking tests, uncomfortable. taking tests always makes some students uncomfortable.

Based on the poet’s diction, what is the tone of the passage? meditative and admiring confused and worried joyful and silly sarcastic and critical.

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3. In your experience, how do we define the roles of men and women? How has
Katherine Johnson helped expand the role of women - - particularly African
American women - - in math and science? How does the larger society benefit
when men and women have equal opportunities? Cite evidence from this text, your
own experience, and other literature, art, or history in your answer.

The Hero's Journey
The Monomyth is a term coined by Joseph Campbell. Commonly referred to as "The Hero's Journey," it
examines the stages of the hero who goes on an adventure, faces a crisis and wins, then returns victorious.
Is the following statement "true" or "false"?
The hero goes through 3 stages during his/her journey.
True
False

in the resolution of a story,a reader leanrs

it is the controlling idea that is developed in a written work

Constantly risking absurdity
and death
whenever he performs
above the heads
of his audience

the poet like an acrobat
climbs on rime
to a high wire of his own making

–“Constantly Risking Absurdity (#15),”
Lawrence Ferlinghetti

Why does Ferlinghetti use the phrase "a high wire of his own making”? Check all that apply.

The high wire is the poem that the poet creates.
The high wire is a challenge that the acrobat must master.
The high wire is a risky stunt that is often seen as absurd.
The high wire has a connotation of beauty and truth.
The high wire is given human qualities.

Which term from Andrew Jackson's message to Congress " On Indian Removal " has the most negative connotation?
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The reality is that video games aren't just for kids. There are plenty of adult gamers out there, and people seem to be
neglecting that fact. Everything that they're doing is "for the kids", but everyone else is left out. They assume that the
majority of people who play video games are kids, and that ignorance leads them to believe M-rated games should be
stopped. But what happened to freedom of expression; did our first amendment suddenly disappear?
What persuasive technique is being used in the text?
a. appeal to emotion
c.appeal to character
b. appeal to intellect or reason
d. discredit the other point of view

In this excerpt, reagan uses procatalepsis to argue against an opposite view. repetition to build rhythm and momentum. allusion to give his speech more authority. advanced science to prove his opinion.

Select the correct answer.
Lane wrote the following research question:
"How does climate change in the Pacific Northwest Impact freshwater sources for animals?"
Which set of keywords should she include in her search to focus her research findings on solutions to her research question?
O A
combatting animal extinction
OB.
animals of the Pacific Northwest
OC. Increasing freshwater supply
OD. Impacts of climate change

What is the correct way to punctuate the bolded portion of this quotation?

“Thank you so much for your support they said.

support!” they

support! They

support? they

support.” they

Read the following scene from Trifles.
COUNTY ATTORNEY. Let's talk about that later, Mr. Hale. I do want to talk about that, but tell now just what
happened when you got to the house.
HALE. I didn't hear or see anything; I knocked at the door, and still it was all quiet inside. I knew they must be up,
it was past eight o'clock. So I knocked again, and I thought I heard somebody say, "Come in." I wasn't sure, I'm
not sure yet, but I opened the door-this door (indicating the door by which the two women are still standing),
and there in that rocker-(pointing to it) sat Mrs. Wright. (They all look at the rocker.)
What would be one advantage of watching this scene as opposed to reading it?
O The audience would not have to infer the characters' moods, which could make the characters seem more genuine.
The audience would actually see what the characters look like, which could alleviate unnecessary mystery.
The audience would not have to interpret the setting, which could make the conflict of the story more evident.
The audience would actually watch all of the characters turn to stare at the rocker, which could enhance the mood of
the scene.

Reread the autobiographical sketch of Calamity Jane. Then complete a paragraph-by-paragraph list of the details identifying the ‘who, what, where, when how’ and other details that add imagery to the story. Your notes should include descriptive details such as these.

Identify the characters and list their characteristics?

Where does the story take place?

Are there specific details on the location?

Over what length of time does the story span?

What is the sequence of events?

What are the highlights of the story?

Read this excerpt from President Andrew Jackson's Message to Congress
"On Indian Removal":
It gives me pleasure to announce to Congress that the
benevolent policy of the Government, steadily pursued for
nearly thirty years, in relation to the removal of the Indians
beyond the white settlements is approaching to a happy
consummation. Two important tribes have accepted the
provision made for their removal at the last session of
Congress, and it is believed that their example will induce
the remaining tribes also to seek the same obvious
advantages.
What is suggested by this excerpt?
A. The removal of the American Indians is outrageous.
B. The removal of the American Indians is a positive development.
OC. The removal of the American Indians is a sad but necessary step.
D. The removal of the American Indians was reached by mutual
agreement.

Which excerpt from Act III, scene ii of Julius Caesar is an example of Brutus's
use of ethos?
OA.... believe me for mine honour, and have respect to mine honour,
that you may believe: censure me in your wisdom, and awake your
senses, that you may the better judge.
OB. With this I depart, that, as I slew my best lover for the good of
Rome, I have the same dagger for myself, when it shall please my
country to need my death.
OC. Who is here so rude that would not be a Roman? If any, speak; for
him have I offended. Who is here so vile that will not love his
country?
OD. Not that I lov'd Caesar less, but that I lov'd Rome more. Had you
rather Caesar were living and die all slaves, than that Caesar were*
dead, to live all free men?
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Describe in about 100 words your own idea of what it means for characters to have moral complexity.

Read the excerpt from "a latina judge's voice" by hon. sonia sotomayor. my latina soul was nourished as i visited and played at my grandmother’s house with my cousins and extended family. they were my friends as i grew up. being a latina child was watching the adults playing dominos on saturday night and us kids playing lotería, bingo, with my grandmother calling out the numbers which we marked on our cards with chickpeas. how do sotomayor’s descriptions of her family most likely affect readers?

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Read the following excerpt from a statement made by president john f. Kennedy in 1961. In every time of crisis, women have served our country in difficult and hazardous ways. They will do so now, in the home and at work. We naturally deplore those economic conditions which require women to work unless they desire to do so, and the programs of our administration are designed to improve family incomes so that women can make their own decisions in this area. Women should not be considered a marginal group to be employed periodically only to be denied opportunity to satisfy their needs and aspirations when unemployment rises or a war ends. According to the passage, which best describes a long-term impact of woman suffrage in the united states?.

Discuss ways people inspire or motivate others. Each should be a complete paragraph (3-5 sentences).

Which experience is most likely to shape an author's perspective on the cost of college?