Based on how it is used in this passage, what is the meaning of the phrase in italics? Hattie watched her mom scour the kitchen countertops before racing to her bedroom and then to the bathroom. Jasmine asked in a curious voice, "Mom, what is going on?" "I'm running late and I can't find my sunglasses anywhere!" replied Jasmine's mom in total frustration. "The sunglasses that are on top of your head?" asked Jasmine. "Oh, my! Those are the ones! Thanks, sweetheart! answered Jasmine's mom. Jasmine shook her head and said to herself, "She has lost her marbles!"

A. she is losing her mind
B. she found her sunglasses
C. she is running late
D. she also misplaced marbles

Read the passage. which statement best describes how pacing of events heightens tension

To celebrate black history month, we will be learning about the lives of some african americans. your assignment is to find biographical (life story) information about one famous african american historical figure. be sure that you find the following information about the person you select: date of birth, country of origin, how he or she (or his/her family) came to the united states, why he/she is famous, and how the person died (if applicable). we will use the information that you gather in the research on an in-class project. be sure to keep track of your sources; your final project will require a works cited page. in an internet search engine, which group of keywords is most appropriate for this assignment? a) black history month, date of birth b) african, american, people, biographies c) famous people, africa, america, project d) african american, people, countries, famous

2. page 1: schlosser describes "just another gorgeous rocky mountain vista. and yet cheyenne mountain is hardly pristine." why do you think schlosser describes the beautiful cheyenne mountain scene in detail before describing the military installation that lies inside?