The Greek root ology means “the study of.” The suffix -ist means “one who studies or practices something.” Using those definitions and context clues, define archaeologist. Archaeologists have dug up a stone that was used for iron-working, hundreds of miles away from the only other known Viking site in North America.

A.
the study of rocks and land forms

B.
someone who studies the earth and the different types of soil in certain regions

C.
someone who studies ancient artifacts and remains to learn about human history

D.
the study of ancient artifacts and remains of people who died long ago

Which of the following students achieve a high score on a standardized test? a. being able to read quickly b. having strong communication skills c. being able to understand test questions. d. being able to write quickly

Which line from the story of my life by helen keller is an example of a simile? during the whole trip i did not have one fit of temper, there were so many things to keep my mind and fingers busy. i was like that ship before my education began, only i was without compass or sounding-line, and had no way of knowing how near the harbour was. one day, while i was playing with my new doll, miss sullivan put my big rag doll into my lap also, spelled "d-o-l-l" and tried to make me understand that "d-o-l-l" applied to both. child as i was, i at once felt the tenderness and sympathy which endeared dr. bell to so many hearts, as his wonderful achievements enlist their admiration.

Which of the following describes the structure of this excerpt best? a. free verse b. sonnet c. ballad d. blank verse