Read the following excerpt from the poem. They ripple tensely, they can hardly contain their happiness
Which definition best matches the use of the word contain in line 9?
A to hold or be capable of holding within a fixed limit or area
B to consist of; comprise
C to keep (one's feelings, behavior, etc.) within bounds
D to prevent (enemy forces) from operating beyond a certain level or area
O to prevent (enemy forces) from operating beyond a certain level or area

Why do you think frank tashlin titled this story  the bear that wasn’t? why didn’t the factory officials recognize the bear for what he was? why did it become harder and harder for the bear to maintain his identity as he moved through the bureaucracy of the factory?

Fill in the began as a rejection of classicism. (choose the best answer) a. realism b. confucianism c. romanticism d. the information age

Which statement best evaluates the author's use of pacing in the passage? a. the author's use of pacing is not effective, because the imagery and figurative language don't adequately describe either the cheetah or the gazelle. b. the author's use of pacing is effective, because the imagery and figurative language speed up the action, making the scene come alive for the reader. c. the author's use of pacing is effective, because the long, complex sentences the reader fully understand the power and beauty of nature. d. the author's use of pacing is not effective, because the long, complex sentences distract from the sense of stress and anxiety the passage should convey.