The Cottage

"In life, you can reject change or go with the flow, and you'll be content if you can learn to roll with it, Francisco," his grandmother had always advised.

"Easier said than done," Francisco muttered to himself as he stopped his bike with a gentle pat of his foot against the dirt path that led to the cottage.

He was stopping to sit back on the seat of his bike and just look at the cottage. He tried to look without seeing the "For Sale" sign that his father had just driven into the rose garden last night. Watching Pops drive the sign into the ground was like having a cold knife driven into his back. The prospect of leaving the cottage made Francisco feel like he'd been slapped down by a cold wave on a hot beach; this little house by the sea had been his home since he was two.image

His family had moved to this seaside town twelve years ago when it had still just been a village. Now, Francisco felt that developers were slowly encroaching on the town's limits. Francisco thought the developers were monsters, greedily devouring the wide stretches of unsoiled beaches and empty grassy meadows. The thing that seemed so wrong to him was that they were only going to fill these beautiful, clean spaces with malls, grocery stores, gas stations, and fancy hotels. Why such destruction and not even to give people homes? He knew that because he'd been listening furtively at his door as his parents and grandmother had talked late into the night. He should've been sleeping, but he had to know, had to listen to the plans, the reasons, to try to make some sense of this senseless farewell.

"I want to get out before the developers knock on the door," his mother had said, "and I don't want to be here when the bulldozers come into town."

There had been a note of despair in her voice, oddly mixed with a smile. She always smiled when she was worried about something. Francisco wished he could be as positive about the sale of the cottage. After a few minutes of just looking at the cottage, memorizing its smallness, its brown roof, white sides, red door, and brass knocker, he pedaled off toward the beach. He'd brought a bucket and spade with him. Digging on the beach had been a favorite pastime for all the years he'd been living at the cottage for as far back as he could remember. His grandmother told him it was childish. He didn't care. It comforted him. The sea always gave him something from its depths. It wouldn't fail him today.

An hour later he'd found a brimming bucketful of treasures, including an enormous purple-gray conch that spoke in ocean waves to him every time he held it to his ear. The conch would go with him, he'd already decided. When they . . . left . . . yes, left the cottage behind forever, the conch would be his reminder of all those joyful, sun-filled days of his childhood by the sea.

What is the topic/subject of "The Cottage"?

A. struggle between family members

B. big changes in life

C. destruction of the environment

D. man versus nature

Answer:

B: big changes in life

Explanation:

Francisco is struggling to move from his peaceful cottage by the seaside to the big city, as well as not being able to understand why people wanted to change nature into big industries.

Why do you think Tapan being good at heart was misunderstood? Make a list of his actions, intentions and consequences. Examine if his approach to solving the problems was correct.

Cho felt relieved that her teacher was _______ with the deadline for her assignment when she realized she had forgotten it at home.

virtual
lenient
wholesome
literal

If we accept that every person has a conscience, then we must also accept that everyone ______. a. Can define right and wrong for their society b. Is responsible for their own behavior c. Will behave ethically when possible d. None of the above please hurry!!!

Review your draft for pacing and sentence variety. Choose one sentence to revise either the pacing or sentence structure. In the space provided, list your original sentence, the revision, and an explanation of why you chose to revise that sentence. (Please put exact answer from Edmentum or Plato)
Narrative:
Rochelle sipped on her third mug of French roast with a twist of hazelnut as she waited for Marigold. She remembered that Marigold was always on time. So where was she? Rochelle picked up the yearbook that she had brought with her. Marigold, a girl with flaming red hair and large hazel eyes, was standing next to her in the photo. Even then, Marigold was a bit of a mystery to Rochelle.

Rochelle was lost in thought when someone tapped her on her shoulder. She was surprised to find that the hand belonged to a police officer. He asked her if she knew Marigold. When Rochelle said yes, he handed her a package wrapped in paper. Rochelle was confused and scared. Was something wrong with her friend? "Is she okay? I just spoke to her," Rochelle whispered.

"I’m her brother," said the officer. That’s when Rochelle noticed the same hazel eyes. "She sent something special for you."

"But where is Marigold?" cried Rochelle. The man calmed her and asked her to open the package. Rochelle unwrapped it. Inside was an envelope containing an airplane ticket to Barcelona and a note.

Rochelle didn’t know what to do. The officer smiled, turned around, and left. Rochelle read Marigold’s note and smiled. Rochelle remembered the day both of them had planned to go to Spain. The girl with the hazel eyes was making that dream come true.

Read these paragraphs and answer the question that follows:

In 2008, more than one million American students gave nearly 20 million service hours to their communities. They made a difference in people's lives and learned some important life lessons in the process. Organizations, including schools, are actively promoting service for all citizens as a way to be involved, help others, and improve themselves.
Service is helping other people and being active in your community. For example, one group of teens planted a community garden with their friends. They grow a variety of vegetables. The garden requires regular care. The teens donate the produce to a local soup kitchen. Workers there use the produce to help feed people in the community. By tending the garden and donating their produce, the teens are actively helping make life a bit better for others in their community.
Service is valuable in ways that cannot be measured in dollars. People volunteer or serve others without expecting money or gifts in return. Service is not about earning money. It is not just collecting money to give to a group. It is about action and contributing to the common good. The people who serve as well as those who receive help benefit in many ways that are more important than money or gifts. For example, a soup kitchen provides essential food to people who may otherwise go hungry. The soup kitchen is extremely valuable for those struggling to get enough to eat. Those serving learn about compassion and how helping others can improve life for all.
Millions of Americans are making society better for themselves and for others. They are participating citizens in their community, raising up those who are less fortunate. In return, they become better people who can understand the perspectives and needs of others, which are invaluable and important qualities of good citizens.

Which sentence best represents the main idea of paragraph three, the second body paragraph?

Service is valuable in ways that cannot be measured in dollars.
It is about action and contributing to the common good.
Workers there use the produce to help feed people in the community.
The soup kitchen is extremely valuable for those struggling to get enough to eat.

Write two sentences using interjections.

help please, only answer if you know, thanks^^

Which text structure is demonstrated in the following excerpt:

"There are many reasons why you should visit different colleges in your senior year. Most colleges allow potential students to come and experience what they have to offer. While some colleges provide tours with current students, others allow you to venture off on your own and explore the campus. College visits are not created equal; however, they allow the prospective student to really get a feel for what is available post-secondary."

A) problem/solution

B) time/order chronological

C)comparison/contrast

D)cause/effect

What are the most important things a student should consider when creating a presentation on something they’ve researched for a class?

The Invention Factory by Saki Hirose Practice Questions This question has two parts. Answer Part A, then Part B. Part A Read this quote from paragraph 2. “Edison documented his ideas and thoughts in 3,500 notebooks, which have been studied by historian Paul Israel at Rutgers University. A consistent theme is the importance of continuous collaboration, which Edison put into practice at the Invention Factory.” Why does the author most likely include this information? Choose 1 answer (Choice A) A to demonstrate why Edison needed help building and testing his inventions (Choice B) B to explain how the Invention Factory was created (Choice C, Checked) C to share an expert’s viewpoint on the importance of collaboration (Choice D) D to provide evidence of how strongly Edison felt about collaboration Part B Which sentence supports the answer to Part A? Choose 1 answer (Choice A) A “Jonas Aylsworth also worked at the Invention Factory and is known for pioneering the development of plastic.” (Choice B) B “This led to the development of wonders we can’t imagine living without like alkaline batteries and motion pictures.” (Choice C) C “In response, Edison created a laboratory—also known as the Invention Factory—in Menlo Park, New Jersey.” (Choice D) D “Edison had numerous teams working at once, and he also assembled ‘Edison’s Pioneers,’ an elite research team.” Psst! Don't forget to choose an answer for both questions + explain why:)

I need one paragraph conclusion (end of story) about justice :p

Read the excerpt from Immigrant Kids by Russell Freedman. Men, women, and children were packed into dark, foul-smelling compartments. They slept in narrow punks stacked three high. They had no showers, no lounges, and no dining rooms. Food served from huge kettles were dished into dinner pails provided by the steamship company . . . The voyage was an ordeal, but it was worth it. . . . Edward Corsi, who later became United States Commissioner of Immigration, was a ten-year-old Italian immigrant when he sailed into New York harbor in 1907: My first impressions of the New World will always remain etched in my memory, particularly that hazy October morning when I first saw Ellis Island. The steamer Florida, fourteen days out of Naples, filled to capacity with 1600 natives of Italy, had weathered one of the worst storms in our captain’s memory; and glad we were, both children and grown-ups, to leave the open sea and come at last through the Narrows into the Bay. My mother, my stepfather, my brother Giuseppe, and my two sisters, Liberta and Helvetia, all of us together, happy that we had come through the storm safely, clustered on the foredeck for fear of separation and looked with wonder on this miraculous land of our dreams. According to the passage, the voyage was difficult, but worthwhile. How does the quotation from Edward Corsi develop this topic?

It provides a firsthand experience from an immigrant who says he “clustered on the foredeck for fear of separation.”

It provides a firsthand experience from an immigrant who says his “first impressions of the New World will always remain.”

It provides a firsthand experience from an immigrant who says he was happy to come to “this miraculous land of our dreams.”

It provides a firsthand experience from an immigrant who says the boat “was filled to capacity with 1600 natives of Italy.”

thesis statement for What is the best way to eat an ice cream cone?

Your friend Rahul studies in Kendriya School, Moti Nagar, New Delhi, he appeared in the annual examination of class VII.He came first and got the prize." Write a letter to your friend

Can some please help

What is the purpose of stage productions written by playwrights?

Responses

to have an audience listen to a performance

to have an audience watch actors perform within the same room


to have an audience engage in a drama through text

to have an audience watch a filmed version of a performance

Write a story that ends and we became enemies​ ( 200 words or more)

Why has the author chosen to include the word metamorphasis in the text?

Will mark Brainliest!
Read the following sentence: I bought a bunch of roses.
Which has the same meaning as the italicized phrase, but a different connotation?
A.) A bouquet of daises
B.) Bunch of daffodils
C.) Bouquet of roses
D.) Bunch of flowers
Please help!!

What is the definition of “theme”? A. A universal observation about life a writer conveys through the characters, plot, and/or setting of a story. B. A statement explaining what the characters say or do over the course of a story’s events. C. A rewording of the setting or specific events and how it influences the characters of a story.

What safety issue does Nellie Bly bring up with Superintendent Dent? How does the Dent react? Explain.

What did Brian believe was the most important thing to remember when living in the wilderness? Why?

Book is Brian's Return

Which excerpt from “My Lord Bag of Rice” supports the cultural value that one should help others without expecting payment in return?

"Keep her guard up" is an example of what type of figurative language?

They drink from refillable water bottles and take cloth back to fill at the grocery store How does this sentence developed the purpose you identified in part AA. By showing how plastic shows up in unexpected places. B by naming products that are difficult for people to find. c by explaining how people are unknowingly contribute to pollution d by listing examples of people using other materials besides plastic

What is a text structure ?

Is this the right punctuation or do I take one of the “you” out?

Read the sentences. Then, answer the question.

At times, understanding an author's intent can be difficult. This is especially true when the author's work addresses an abstract concept such as love, hate, or beauty.

What does the word abstract suggest about concepts that authors sometimes address in their writing?
A.
they are imaginative
B.
they are easy to determine
C.
they are hard to understand
D.
they are common
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Is this a good fable


The Fox and The Four Deer

By: Christian Steele

Once upon a time, there were 4 deer. Chase, Starbuck, Hurricane, and, Willow. They were walking when a fox started chasing them. The 4 deer always bragged that they were the swiftest in the land. And today was their chance to show everybody just how fast they were. They were winning the race until they started acting too cocky. The fox was starting to gain speed and catch up to the 4 deer. He ate one of the 4 deer. The other 3 ran faster than before. Now they were in grave danger. And they got away before he could get them. Their mom always told them they should watch what they say. The 3 learned a valuable lesson: don’t lie when you’re not really fast or you may end up losing your life or your siblings’ lives.


THE END!

what is a summary of prince francis by roddy doyle???