All those books – another world – just waiting
At my fingertips
—"My First Memory (of Librarians),"
Nikki Giovanni
Which conclusion can you draw about the speaker's viewpoint based on this excerpt?
Reading books makes the speaker feel tired.
Books make the speaker feel like she is somewhere else.
Books make the speaker feel smart.
Reading books is difficult for the speaker.

What is the difference between direct learning and indirect learning? a. direct learning is independent learning that people pursue on their own. indirect learning is forced on the learner by others, such as parents or teachers. b. direct learning is forced on learners so that they'll become productive members of society. indirect learning is a voluntary action taken by the learner with the intention of becoming a productive member of society. c. when people learn culture directly, they are imitating and observing others. when people learn culture indirectly, they are being taught by someone else. d. when people learn culture directly, they are being taught by someone else. when people learn culture indirectly, they are learning through observation and imitation.

Which answer best describes an advantage of shipping goods by canal? a) most towns would rather have canals then noisy railroads b) goods could travel very fast downstream in the canal system c) traveling by boat is a much more relaxing way to transport goods. d) heavy loads of goods could travel by boat more easily then if pulled by horses.

Which asian nation's constitution has over 40 articles devoted to protecting the rights and civil liberties of its citizens? a) china b) india c) japan d) korea