Did you read giver?
how does the community react to the death of a child in the river?
a) they hold a candlelight vigil
b) they send casseroles to the child’s parents
c) they hold seminars to warn children to stay away from the river
d) they chant the child’s name over and over, each time more and more softly

In writing, an idea map is a writing plan similar to: a)an outline. b)an illustration. c)a conclusion. d)a graphic.

Which sentence from the text best develops the theme about the importance of compassion for other people? "besides, he was the only person in the whole place with skin nearly as dark as hers." "at first she wanted to intern at her dad's gas station, but her teacher told her she needed to branch out and signed michelle up at the oakcourt nursing home, only 15 minutes away from her house." "still, michelle had been curious, and she felt sorry that erkan had a bad reputation among the staff." "she too had felt like everyone mistrusted her--especially at the nursing home where she was so much younger than the rest of the staff--so she understood how he must feel."

In  the diary of anne frank, the characters feel sadness after reading the hopeful message written on the cake. which theme does this best illustrate? peace is often most appreciated after it has been lost. wartime is capable of bringing out the worst in people.  it is important to have someone in whom to confide. sharing difficult experiences can strengthen friendships