In these excerpts, which cultural theme do both authors explore?
wangero, though, went on through the chitlins and corn bread, the greens and everything else. she talked a blue streak over the sweet potatoes. everything delighted her.
(alice walker, "everyday use")
my mother, in a cheerful mood that evening, decided to cook a big pot of khichuri . ., and for a change your mother insisted on , standing in the kitchen deep-frying pieces of potato and cauliflower.
(jhumpa lahiri, "once in a lifetime")
family is an essential part of many cultures.
is a universal value across the world.
many cultures celebrate a unique type of food.
certain national cultures are characterized by particular religions.
many cultures take offense if food that is offered is refused.

Arrange the sentences below to form a logical paragraph. an experienced rock climber knows that it takes a combination of knowledge and preparation to perform a successful climb. a successful climb begins with a proper foothold, carefully placing each foot on a ledge or crack then reaching for a solid hold, and finally pushing off. in addition to a proper foothold, a climber must be careful to check the integrity of the rock before stepping because it has to be solid clear through. a veteran climber judges the integrity of the rock and chooses not to climb on conglomerates, packed clay with lots of little rocks. but, such knowledge of rock is not the only preparation a skilled climber needs; equally important is the correct equipment. with these tools, knowledge of rock composition and equipment safety, a climber may experience many safe and enjoyable climbs.

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

The difference between the present reservoir, with its silent sterile shores and debris-choked side canyons, and the original glen canyon, is the difference between death and life. glen canyon was alive. lake powell is a graveyard. which word best contributes to the author’s sad tone?