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What was the primary action involving the two sailors?

  • They left the ship.
  • They were admitted for interrogation. (correct)
  • They reported a mutiny.
  • They were given a reward.
  • What role does the cook play during the voyage?

  • He procures provisions. (correct)
  • He manages the crew's morale.
  • He entertains the passengers.
  • He is responsible for navigation.
  • Which option best describes the purpose of the cook leaving the ship?

  • To inspect the cargo.
  • To procure provisions. (correct)
  • To fix a leak.
  • To recruit new sailors.
  • What can be inferred about the sailors based on their interrogation?

    <p>They are suspected of misconduct.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How significant is the cook's role in the context of the voyage?

    <p>He ensures the crew's physical needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of setting does the interrogation of the sailors suggest?

    <p>A structure with authority and order.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'procure' imply about the cook’s actions?

    <p>To acquire provisions officially.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be assumed about the captain's authority in relation to the sailors?

    <p>The captain has significant control over crew actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the book mentioned?

    <p>To practice thinking about language through grammar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many parts of speech are identified in the content?

    <p>8</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a part of the sentence?

    <p>Adverb clause</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a phrase presented in the content?

    <p>Appositive phrase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is described as looking at the two sides of the idea in a sentence?

    <p>Parts of the sentence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the method for analyzing sentences discussed in the content?

    <p>Four-level analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about independent clauses is true?

    <p>They express a complete thought.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of analysis does the method focus on according to the content?

    <p>Grammatical analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the captain's reaction to the response mentioned in Sentence 51?

    <p>Profound irritation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'obsequious' imply about the cook's behavior in Sentence 52?

    <p>Servile and flattering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word best represents the attitude of the cook as described in the context of Sentence 52?

    <p>Submissive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on Sentence 51, what quality is attributed to the response of the subject?

    <p>Ingratitude</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the mood of the scene depicted in Sentence 52?

    <p>Tense and fearful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'lurking' in Sentence 52 imply about the cook's actions?

    <p>Sneaking around stealthily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotional state is suggested by the phrase 'smiling miserably' in Sentence 52?

    <p>Forced cheerfulness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of human behavior is reflected through the captain's reaction in Sentence 51?

    <p>Resentment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'precluded' imply in the context of reaching port during a hurricane?

    <p>Prevented completely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What atmospheric condition is suggested by the phrase 'the wind began to rip the canopy'?

    <p>An approaching storm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase best captures the mood conveyed by the description of the hurricane?

    <p>A catastrophic event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of storms, what does the word 'impending' signify?

    <p>On the way or about to happen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the safety of reaching port during the hurricane?

    <p>It was uncertain and risky</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What literary technique is demonstrated by the phrase 'the monstrous hurricane'?

    <p>Hyperbole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might the author have chosen to describe the winds as 'ripping' the canopy?

    <p>To emphasize the strength of the storm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the imagery of the hurricane and storm, which word best describes the overall tone?

    <p>Foreboding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the stowaway's removal from the ship?

    <p>He was desperate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is described about Smitty's character?

    <p>He was amiable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'malevolence' suggest about Smitty?

    <p>He is kindhearted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which role did the stowaway hold on the ship?

    <p>Stowaway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about Smitty's relationship with others based on his description?

    <p>He is well-liked and friendly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might 'desperate' imply about the stowaway's situation?

    <p>He was in a hopeless state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the immediate removal of the stowaway suggest about the ship's rules?

    <p>They are strict against unauthorized individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the description of Smitty contrast with that of the stowaway?

    <p>Smitty is kind, whereas the stowaway is desperate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Sentence Analysis

    • The text uses four-level analysis to breakdown sentences.
    • These levels are parts of speech, parts of the sentence, phrases, and clauses.
    • The text provides 100 sentences in this book for practice.

    Parts of Speech

    • Eight parts of speech are identified
    • These are noun, pronoun, adjective, verb, adverb, conjunction, preposition, and interjection.

    Parts of Sentence

    • Five parts of sentence are identified
    • These are subject, predicate, direct object, indirect object, and subject complement.

    Phrases

    • The text lists three types of phrases.
    • Prepositional phrases, appositive phrases, and verbal phrases

    Clauses

    • Two types of clauses are listed.
    • Independent clauses and dependent clauses.

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