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Making the Most of Mucus
Just the name itself will make you giggle. It's a great word that conjures visions of slime and unpleasantness. It is perhaps the most annoying part of having a cold or allergies. Mucus, however, plays a very important role in defense of our bodies and our health. In fact, it's high time mucus got a lot more respect.

First, there are some amazing facts about mucus that are worthy of respect. Humans produce about a liter of mucus every day, whether they are sick or not. Bony fish and some invertebrates (snails or slugs) also have mucus cells on the outside of their body. This external mucus creates a protective coating that prevents predators' toxins from doing harm. Humans produce mucus to protect our stomachs, our lungs, and several other systems.

We tend to not like mucus because it is a considered a symptom or sign that something is wrong. We usually only see it when we are sick, and so we tend to dislike it. According to Michael M. Johns, III, MD, however, "mucus is incredibly important for our bodies." Johns, an assistant professor at Emory University, calls mucus "the oil in the engine" of our bodies. Without mucus, our engines, or bodies, would freeze up and stop working properly.

Furthermore, mucus is not just the nasty gunk you see when you are sick. It lines the tissues in your mouth, your nose, throat, and lungs. It also is crucial in protecting your digestive system. Mucus puts a protective coating over the surfaces of these tissues, keeping them moist. Most of the time we don't notice mucus is making our lives better. It does its job quietly, making everything run smoothly, keeping our inner tissues soft and flexible enough to fight off invaders.

Occasionally, though our mucus-making membranes go into overdrive. If you eat a hot pepper, your mucus membranes in your mouth and throat start producing extra mucus to protect you. If you come into contact with pollen, you may get a runny nose and start sneezing and coughing. When these things happen, your mucus systems start making more fluids to wash away the irritating particles. Mucus also has some antibodies that increase our ability to fight off bacteria and viruses.

It's hard to appreciate what is essentially slime, but we have mucus for some very good reasons. It helps to keep us healthy and lets us know when our bodies are under attack. We would be wise to respect what our bodies do to keep us safe. So the next time you find yourself reaching for a tissue, remember mucus is your friend and ally.

Which line from the text explains people's attitude about mucus? (1 point)

a
If you eat a hot pepper, your mucus membranes in your mouth and throat start producing extra mucus to protect you.
b
Humans produce mucus to protect our stomachs, our lungs, and several other systems.
c
We tend to not like mucus because it is a considered a symptom or sign that something is wrong.
d
It does its job quietly, making everything run smoothly, keeping our inner tissues soft and flexible enough to fight off invaders.

Answer:

C

Explanation:

It's the only choice that actually expresses an opinion.  Plus, it says it directly in the text.

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4. Imagine your teacher has asked you to lead a small group discussion
about this passage. Which question would be the BEST to ask to ensure
that all members of the group understand the passage?
O Why did Oscar seem happier than Mia about moving to Marionville?
O Why did Mia's mom get a new job?
O Was Mia a better soccer player than the star player who had moved away?
O Had the Marionville soccer team won many games?


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Paxton has been asked to write and reflect on the theme of law maintaining order in society. He is using this passage from The Jungle Book. He loved better than anything else to go with Bagheera into the dark warm heart of the forest, to sleep all through the drowsy day, and at night see how Bagheera did his killing. Bagheera killed right and left as he felt hungry, and so did Mowgli—with one exception. As soon as he was old enough to understand things, Bagheera told him that he must never touch cattle because he had been bought into the Pack at the price of a bull's life. "All the jungle is thine," said Bagheera, "and thou canst kill everything that thou art strong enough to kill; but for the sake of the bull that bought thee thou must never kill or eat any cattle young or old. That is the Law of the Jungle." Mowgli obeyed faithfully. Which writing sample is the best reflection of this important theme? Friendship can overcome all differences. Bagheera is a leopard, but he is still a good friend to Mowgli, a human. Bagheera paid a bull as a price for Mowgli and now is teaching him to hunt. Laws keep society orderly and safe. When Mowgli was small, Bagheera paid a bull as a price for his life. To show respect for that bull, Mowgli must obey the law. Mowgli follows this law, which keeps him safe. Bigger and stronger creatures should look out for smaller creatures. Bagheera is large, strong, and fierce. He looks out for Mowgli by teaching him the ways of the jungle. He takes him hunting. Eating meat is an unhealthy habit. Bagheera teaches Mowgli to avoid eating beef because it is not as healthy as honey or fruit. Mowgli is obedient and does not eat beef.

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Describe two things you should consider as you’re planning a story.
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Select all answers that would be classified as “umbrella topics”
(select all that apply)

Marine life
Hamlet’s madness
Cellphones
Charities
To Kill a Mockingbird (the book)
McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet (combat jet)

Which form of narrative has acts and scenes

Even though it didn't change anything in Greenwood, talking to his father made Hiram feel better. Why do you think it made him feel better? Mississippi trials​

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Read the poem.

I Dwell In Possibility

by Emily Dickinson

I dwell in Possibility –
A fairer House than Prose –
More numerous of Windows –
Superior – for Doors –

Of Chambers as the Cedars –
Impregnable of eye –
And for an everlasting Roof
The Gambrels of the Sky –

Of Visitors – the fairest –
For Occupation – This –
The spreading wide my narrow Hands
To gather Paradise –


What is the structure of the poem "I Dwell in Possibility"?

sonnet
haiku
limerick
free verse

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Which of the following is true of language with strong connotations? (Select all correct answers.)

1. The language is generally discouraged in most “hard news” publications.
2. The language will mean more than simply what the dictionary offers.
3. The language will evoke strong connections to ideas and emotions.
4. The language is generally considered to be dishonest and mean.

The frontal lobe of the brain relies on the processing of internal information, including memories, in order to guide behavior. quote

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In 300 words or less, identify the three types of dramatic irony and give at least one example of each.

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How does Fitzgerald use setting in the exposition in this passage? Check all of the boxes that apply.

To establish the geographical context

To establish the historical context

To avoid discussing a cultural background

To introduce the story’s villain

To create atmosphere

To suggest possible conflicts

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Select the correct answer.

'Which best states how the author develops the character of Demetrio in this excerpt?

OA through his actions

adapted from The Underdogs

by Mariano Azuela

or tomorrow at the latest we'll meet the Federals.

u say, boys, shall we let them find their way about

"Demetrio asked

OB. through his appearance

OC. through his thoughts

Fed crew jumped to their feet, uttering shrill cries of

eir jubilation turned angry again and they gave vent

paths and imprecations.

OD. through his speech

Which statement best explains how the two points of
view affect the reader's understanding of the text?
O The reader sees how miscommunication is
preventing understanding between the groups,
O The reader realizes that both the soldiers and the
Cherokee men are respectful to the women.
The reader sees that the Cherokee are brutalized
and the soldiers dehumanize them,
The reader realizes that neither the soldiers nor the
Cherokee suffer during the removal.

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Which print feature does the author use to direct the characters' actions in the play?
First Act
SCENE
Morning-room in Algernon's flat in Half-Moon Street. The room is luxuriously and artistically furnished. The sound of a piano is heard in the adjoining room.
(Lane is arranging afternoon tea on the table, and after the music has ceased, Algernon enters.)
ALGERNON: Did you hear what I was playing, Lane?
LANE: I didn't think it polite to listen, sir.
ALGERNON: I'm sorry for that, for your sake. I don't play accurately-any one can play accurately-but I play with wonderful expression.

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Read the source of the allusion.

According to legend, when Damocles wished his life were as full of luxuries as that of the tyrant Dionysis, Dionysis invited Damocles to a sumptuous banquet. Above Damocles' seat at the feast, Dionysis had placed a sword, suspended only by a thin hair, demonstrating the fragile nature of fortune.

What is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

Gabe was enjoying the lush life his newfound riches had brought him, but he couldn't help but think of his latest cholesterol reading as a Sword of Damocles.



a consequence of overindulgence




a reminder that one is vulnerable

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Which statement best explains the different perspectives of the parents and the kids in the play Acceptance?

The parents think that college is necessary for success, while the kids don't care about going to college.

The parents are willing to accept whatever decision the kids make on their own, while the kids think the parents are controlling and won't allow them to decide on their own.

The kids think the parents are helping them make the best possible decision, while the parents do not think the kids are capable of making a good decision.

The parents believe they are helping set their child up for success, while the kids think of the adults as controlling.

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