Travis wanted more than anything to get a new computer. When he got one, he would finally be able to use software to compose music. All summer, he worked hard at his part-time job and saved money. In fact, he did nothing but work all the time. Finally, he had enough money and bought the computer. But when he tried to use software, he realized that he knew next to nothing about music composition. He decided to take some free classes at school, while the computer sat unused for another year. Which statement best expresses a theme of this story?

A. Some people don't know where their real talents lie.
B. Focusing on nothing but work can make a person unhappy.
C. Working hard is more important than having fun hobbies.
D. To reach a goal, a sensible plan is as important as hard work.

1. select a book or movie that has at least one sequel. write a persuasive paragraph discussing which version you believe is better the original book or movie or the sequel. if there is more than one sequel to the original book or movie, select only one of the sequels on which to foous be sure to clearly introduce your argument use at least one ype of thetoric to persuade your reader, incilude specific details from the book or movie and address at least one counterclaim.

Which statement best describes how these paragraphs develop the central idea of the article? a- they elaborate on the idea that the offer has been made with youngsters in mind. b- they provide additional information as to why the prize is a wagon instead of something else. c- they support the idea that the wagon is attractive to youngsters and is a worthy prize. d- they introduce the idea that the newspaper is a generous organization. read paragraphs 4 and 5. the disc wheel coaster wagon is thirty-six inches long and sixteen inches wide. the coaster is built exactly like a high-powered automobile. the disc wheels have rubber tires and true roller bearings. it runs as smoothly as an eight-cylinder automobile. it is built of the strongest wood and is equipped with a reliable hand brake, enabling the owner to stop in an instant. the tongue—usually the first thing about a wagon to break and render the wagon unserviceable—is so stout that a man can jump on it without breaking it.

Matt is writing a literary analysis essay on shakespeare's use of foreshadowing in act 1 scene 1 of richard 3. which lines in this excerpt from that scene can he use as textual evidence in his essay?