In a class of different learning styles and abilities, my only stumbling block is a lack of self-confidence and a lack of work ethic. I'm sure you've seen a t-shirt or bumper sticker with the phrase "What the mind thinks the body can achieve!" We are just not buying that. My kids are asked: what happened outside in the yard this morning? Can you believe what he said? The little things dominate your time, which leads to maximum distraction. Don't get me started on the cell phone situation. We all know what distractions can be, like chasing flies at a barbecue. Useless. Be self-disciplined. The hunger for success resides in you. Your attitude should be: it will not fail; I will not resign; I will conquer the detractors. What words in the paragraph help the reader understand the meaning of the word achieve? O A. science applied to practical use B. the unique way in which something is said, done, expressed, or performed C. the point of origin D. achieve or happen E. explain the meaning of

Read the excerpt from muir's essay "calypso borealis" and answer the question. [5] how long i sat beside calypso i don't know. hunger and weariness vanished, and only after the sun was low in the west i splashed on through the swamp, strong and exhilarated as if never more to feel any mortal care. at length i saw maple woods on a hill and found a log house. i was gladly received. "where ha ye come fra? the swamp, that awfu' swamp. what were ye doin' there? " etc. "mony a puir body has been lost in that muckle, cauld, dreary bog and never been found." when i told her i had entered it in search of plants and had been in it all day, she wondered how plants could draw me to these awful places, and said, "it's god's mercy ye ever got out." examine the details muir includes in this paragraph. which statement accurately explains how muir's response to nature compares to the log house owner's response? he is enthusiastic and in awe while she is doubtful and fearful. muir cautiously admires whereas the lady shows religious dedication. the lady is more interested in the bog while muir is fascinated by plants. they both admire nature—its intense dangers and its true treasures.

Write two paragraphs describing how your chosen theme relates to the characterization and setting in "the yellow wallpaper." one paragraph should focus on characterization, and the other should focus on setting. back up your ideas in each paragraph by summarizing the story in a way that emphasizes the most important details.

Which organizational method does your reading material suggest is particularlyuseful when writing about a place? of importancecause → effect