RLA GED READY QUICK QUIZ #7 Question Title * 1. Greek mythology is a vehicle that uses mythological characters and creatures to teach people about the dangers, beauties and possible outcomes of life. In many myths, characters face moral dilemmas involving honor and practicality. The protagonists of epics face creatures that represent values and challenges such as respect, temptation and redemption. How has Greek mythology inevitably evolved with time and new story tellers? Scholars that have interpreted Greek mythology seek to maintain the universal values conveyed in these stories, while ensuring the validity of adapting these stories to their own distinct cultures. It is up to each reader to seek their own truths and learn from epic Greek mythology as best they can.According to the author’s description, which of the following is most likely to be a message from Greek mythology? Love is difficult, but it will last if the lovers are meant to be together. Resisting temptation and immediate gratification will lead to ultimate success. It is important to keep track of your personal history. Passing down Greek mythology has taken on a new form since oral records faded. Question Title * 2. Greek mythology is a vehicle that uses mythological characters and creatures to teach people about the dangers, beauties and possible outcomes of life. In many myths, characters face moral dilemmas involving honor and practicality. The protagonists of epics face creatures that represent values and challenges such as respect, temptation and redemption. How has Greek mythology inevitably evolved with time and new story tellers? Scholars that have interpreted Greek mythology seek to maintain the universal values conveyed in these stories, while ensuring the validity of adapting these stories to their own distinct cultures. It is up to each reader to seek their own truths and learn from epic Greek mythology as best they can.Which word best describes the author’s account of Greek mythology? idealistic pessimistic dubious critical mysterious Question Title * 3. Cities across the world are essentially blends of smaller cultural environments that lead people to have vastly different experiences. Each city typically contains a broad spectrum of dining establishments along with various art institutions like museums and theatres. Yet with all these blends of dining, art and night lives, what is the one characteristic that can distinguish a city? History. The undeniably unique history of each city provides rich traditions and a bond between the local people that overshadows any other city’s mélange of dining and art institutions.In context, which word most closely defines mélange? frivolous tradition assortment opportunity Question Title * 4. Cities across the world are essentially blends of smaller cultural environments that lead people to have vastly different experiences. Each city typically contains a broad spectrum of dining establishments along with various art institutions like museums and theatres. Yet with all these blends of dining, art and night lives, what is the one characteristic that can distinguish a city? History. The undeniably unique history of each city provides rich traditions and a bond between the local people that overshadows any other city’s mélange of dining and art institutions.Which of the following would the author believe is the most important city attraction or characteristic? The exquisite French restaurant in the European district The Museum of Natural History Ruins from the Berlin Wall and the local community A democratic government Question Title * 5. Swimming has developed from a primal mode of movement to an advanced hobby and competitive sport. Exercising nearly every muscle group, swimming is a rigorous sport and requires intense training. In competitions swimmers typically contend for the fastest time to complete a certain distance by performing a specific swimming stroke. Also, swimmers work to build endurance and an ability to swim over long distances. Because swimming has developed into a highly intricate competitive sport, where one wrong technique can disqualify a participant, it is interesting to ponder how the sport will evolve for people in the future, either advancing into a progressive purpose or regressing to a primal mode of movement.The structure of this passage could be best described in what way? An activity narrowed to a specific purpose and expanded to consider future implications. An activity narrowed to a specific purpose and expanded to consider future deviations. A hypothesis tested against certain conditions, developed into a larger thesis. An activity and its purposes are explained. Question Title * 6. Swimming has developed from a primal mode of movement to an advanced hobby and competitive sport. Exercising nearly every muscle group, swimming is a rigorous sport and requires intense training. In competitions swimmers typically contend for the fastest time to complete a certain distance by performing a specific swimming stroke. Also, swimmers work to build endurance and an ability to swim over long distances. Because swimming has developed into a highly intricate competitive sport, where one wrong technique can disqualify a participant, it is interesting to ponder how the sport will evolve for people in the future, either advancing into a progressive purpose or regressing to a primal mode of movement.Which of the following situations would fulfill the author’s prophecy for swimming? Humans settling on the moon use swimming techniques to move through space. Swimming remains a competitive Olympic sport. Animals, including amphibians, begin to swim instinctively upon birth, as a dominant trait. People swim in home and community pools to relax and exercise. Question Title * 7. Read this statement. Check the correct box to tell if it is a fact or an opinion. The score was tied until the final minute of the game. Fact Opinion Not Sure Question Title * 8. Tell whether this group of words is a fragment, a run-on, or a complete sentence. I love to write papers I would write one every day if I had the time. Fragment Run on A complete sentence Question Title * 9. Tell whether this group of words is a fragment, a run-on, or a complete sentence.Adds a coat of wax to the car. Run On Fragment Complete Sentence Question Title * 10. Read this statement. Check the correct box to tell if it is a fact or an opinion. We had a terrific view of the game from our seats. Fact Opinion It depends Done