Can someone check my answers? The answer option with a slash is the one that I selected. Thank you so much. Which phrase best defines the word pensive?
rude and rebellious
extremely interested
thoughtful and sad /
large and intimidating

In Henry Haggard's reflective essay about his experiences working with Spanish-speaking immigrants at Sacred Heart center, the writer discusses the children's daily activities. At one point, Haggard writes, "On my last day, I brought my guitar and sang a song . . . ." What should the writer include next to elaborate on this special break from routine?
how each child looked as he sang
what activities the children enjoyed most
how he learned to play this song on his guitar
the effects of his song on the children /

What does Anne realize about the relationship between the van Daans and her mother?
Her mother has caused some of the problems. /
Mr. Dussel has stirred up the van Daans.
Anne has caused most of the problems.
Everything is the van Daans' fault.

Which sentence suggests the best strategy for elaborating on a topic in a reflective essay?
Read the essay aloud to yourself.
Look for vague descriptions. /
Remove sensory details.
Focus on the beginning and end.

When should you add elaboration to a reflective essay? Select all that apply.
when reflections aren't detailed enough /
when a character is relatively unimportant
when details are too vague
when scenes aren't vivid enough