Read the following passage from the autobiography. “ Jackson’s character was a singular one, with many noble features: he was devoted to his duty, generous to a fault, bold, resolute, and (persistent—) almost stubborn.”

Use your knowledge of the Latin suffix -ent and the fact that the word persist means “ to refuse to give up” to choose a synonym for the word persistent in the sentence.

A. Energetic
B. Prideful
C. Enthusiastic
D. Determined

According to greek religion, what happened to those who did not receive proper burial rites?

From “the raven” by edgar allan poe but the raven, sitting lonely on the placid bust, spoke only that one word, as if his soul in that one word he did outpour. nothing farther then he uttered—not a feather then he fluttered— till i scarcely more than muttered, “other friends have flown before— on the morrow he will leave me, as my hopes have flown before.” then the bird said, “nevermore.” in this excerpt, what is the speaker saying the raven will do? a. it will certainly die. b. it will leave immediately. c. it will leave the next day. d. it will befriend the speaker.

Which of the following is not a fire safety precaution a; start fires with kindling or other fire starters b: check local regulations and conditions before starting a fire c: clear flammable debris away from fire area d: extinguish all burning embers before leaving