1. PART A: Which statement best expresses the central idea of the text? A People refused to listen to Eliza's plan to plant cherry blossoms because of her gender. B Eliza believed that planting cherry blossoms would strengthen international relations. C Eliza was persistent in her effort regardless of setbacks, eventually realizing her dream. D Without Dr. Takamine's generous donation, Eliza's dream would never have been realized.

Usually, when people talk about "rocky” relationships, it’s with a frown, but mine has enriched my life. i became fascinated with rocks when i was really young, and throughout my childhood you could usually find me with my pockets bulging from whatever stony treasures i’d scavenged that day. when my science teacher taught us a unit on geology, i realized that my fascination could become an exciting career that could also me make good money. obtaining an internship to work on the geological exhibit at the museum is an important step on my road to being a geologist. the best description of the writer’s point of view is that the person is eager to make a lot of money in a museum internship. insistent that geology should be taught as part of every science course. hopeful to be able to further the goal of eventually becoming a geologist. concerned that people do not generally relate well to the study of geology.

On sarah’s first day at work she is provided with a range of information technology tools that she can use to write, edit or create documents and accounting sheets, store information, make presentations, and so on. match there software their definitions.

Evaluate one of the speeches you heard about a plan to erect a statue honoring the pioneers. choose the speech you disagree with, and write a two- or three-paragraph rebuttal in the form of a letter to the editor. (apex english 11 sem 1)