STORIES OF USEFUL INVENTIONS, excerpt
By S. E. Forman

1911

THE MATCH

There never was a time when the world was without fire, but there was a time when men did not know how to kindle fire; and after they learned how to kindle one, it was a long, long time before they learned how to kindle one easily. In these days we can kindle a fire without any trouble, because we can easily get a match; but we must remember that the match is one of the most wonderful things in the world, and that it took men thousands of years to learn how to make one. Let us learn the history of this familiar little object, the match.

Fire was first given to man by nature itself. When a forest is set on fire by cinders from a neighboring volcano, or when a tree is set ablaze by a thunderbolt, we may say that nature strikes a match. In the early history of the world, nature had to kindle all the fires, for man by his own effort was unable to produce a spark. The first method, then, of getting fire for use was to light sticks of wood at a flame kindled by nature—by a volcano, perhaps, or by a stroke of lightning. These firebrands were carried to the home and used in kindling the fires there. The fire secured in this way was carefully guarded and was kept burning as long as possible. But the flame, however faithfully watched, would sometimes be extinguished. A sudden gust of wind or a sudden shower would put it out. Then a new firebrand would have to be secured, and this often meant a long journey and a deal of trouble.

In 1827, John Walker, a druggist in a small English town, tipped a splint with sulphur, chlorate of potash, and sulphid of antimony, and rubbed it on sandpaper, and it burst into flame. The druggist had discovered the first friction-chemical match, the kind we use to-day. It is called friction-chemical because it is made by mixing certain chemicals together and rubbing them. Although Walker's match did not require the bottle of acid, nevertheless it was not a good one. It could be lighted only by hard rubbing, and it sputtered and threw fire in all directions. In a few years, however, phosphorus was substituted on the tip for antimony, and the change worked wonders. The match could now be lighted with very little rubbing, and it was no longer necessary to have sandpaper upon which to rub it. It would ignite when rubbed on any dry surface, and there was no longer any sputtering. This was the phosphorus match, the match with which we are so familiar.


How does the author develop the idea that relying on nature was problematic? Please respond in three to five complete sentences, using evidence from the text to support your answer.

Answer: A.

Explanation: A.

Write one potential counterclaim for the following claim:

Congress ought to vastly increase the financial assistance for families during the current pandemic.

help ASAP 100 pts
Select the sentence with consistent verb tense throughout.

Dan gave his cat two treats yesterday but only one today.

Evan knew what he was doing was get him nowhere.

I caught a cold from my sister and then give it to my mom.

Kate is missing her socks, so she go back to get them.

why is this poem the biggest piece of junk on the planet it makes no sense

The right to make my dreams come true,
I ask, nay, I demand of life,
Nor shall fate's deadly contraband
Impede my steps, nor countermand;
Too long my heart against the ground
Has beat the dusty years around,
And now at length I rise! I wake!
And stride into the morning break!

What can you conclude about American society and values from the literature available to teenagers before YA?

What is going on with Tesla’s fixation on sending Marconi a message?

PLEASE HELP AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! GIVING 100 POINTS AND BRAINLIEST!!

I need help with this

Read this excerpt from Lord of the Flies.

Ralph moved impatiently. The trouble was, if you were a chief you had to think, you had to be wise. And then the occasion slipped by so that you had to grab at a decision. This made you think; because thought was a valuable thing, that got results.

Only, decided Ralph as he faced the chief's seat, I can't think. Not like Piggy.

Once more that evening Ralph had to adjust his values. Piggy could think.

What does this excerpt reveal?

Responses

Piggy is most capable of leading the group, and even Ralph understands this fact.

Leaders are formed through hard work and Ralph struggles to grow into his leadership role.

Ralph is incapable of being a good leader because he has doubts about his own abilities.

Ralph is jealous of Piggy by revealing Ralph's inner thoughts.

Which of the following is the correct way to cite an article you read online about Magnetism? HELP ASAP PLEASE

Magnetism Today, August 5, 2005. (name of the website, date you accessed the website, and the complete website address/URL)

Magnetism Today, August 5, 2005. (name of the website underlined, date you accessed the website, and the complete website address/URL)

August 5, 2005, Magnetism Today. (date you accessed the website, name of the website, and the complete website address/URL)

Magnetism Today, August 5, 2005. (the complete website address/URL, name of the website, and date you accessed the website)

I need help on my IXL

Is experiencing colors, joy, and love worth also experiencing pain, war, and hate? Why or why not?
THE GIVER

Tarshis writes, "Nobody knew what causes polio or how it spread-and there was no cure." This line helps explain why people were particularly scared of polio. Which other line from the story serves a similar purpose?

"If polio attacked teh muscles needed for breathing the disease could be fatal."

"Fortunately, most people suffered only mild symptoms..."

"My grandmother had vivid memories of when polio struck Chester."

Select all that apply. Which words in the sentence below should be capitalized?
dad, uncle george called yesterday.
dad
uncle
george
called
yesterday

How can we make education better for kids who have trouble in school?

Sally Ride, who was the first U.S. woman in space, traveled aboard the Space Shuttle.

Select the appositive in this sentence.

A : Sally Ride, who was the first woman
B : traveled aboard the Space Shuttle
C : U.S. woman in space, traveled aboard
D : who was the first U.S. woman in space

Read the sentence.

My science teacher explained how the weather cycle works using an illustration.

Which is the best revision of this sentence?

1 My science teacher explained how the weather cycle, using an illustration, works.
2 Using an illustration, my science teacher explained how the weather cycle works.
3 Using an illustration, how the weather cycle works, explained my science teacher.
4 My science teacher explained using an illustration how the weather cycle works.

Help please?

How are the passaged organized? Match the passage with the correct text structure.


1 .

Polar bears live in artic climates. Because of this, they must be adapted to some serious weather conditions. Thick white fur (which also lines the bottom of their feet) and a layer of blubber (fat) allows polar bears to withstand weather that would cause most animals to freeze! Polar bears are much less impacted by freezing cold temperatures as a result of their unique traits.


2.

Jaguars and leopards are two commonly mistaken species. Both look like big cats with similar coloring and spotted patterns. However, jaguars have a shorter and more muscular body. Jaguars are also more likely to stand up to larger animals or predators. You will find jaguars and leopards in different parts of the world. Jaguars live in some parts of the United States, Central, and South America. Leopards live mostly in Africa and Asia.


3.

King Cobras lay 20 to 40 eggs at a time. Once the eggs are laid, the mother cobra will create a nest from dead leaves and coil herself on top. The eggs must be kept warm for up to 80 days. During this time, a cobra will see any animal nearby as a threat and will attach. Once the eggs finally hatch, the 18 inch babies will have to survive on their own by finding protection in the surrounding environment.


4.

What happens when a dog gets overheated? They pant. Panting allows cooler air to quickly circulate throughout their bodies until they return to a more comfortable temperature. Dogs also produce small amounts of sweat from their paws and noses. This sweat helps the cooling process. The thicker the fur on a dog, the longer it takes to cool down. You can also help your furry friend by making sure they have a cool place to stay, and plenty of water to drink.


5.

Warthogs live in the grasslands of Africa. They have large heads with wide, flat faces and 4 large tusks that they can use to attack other animals. Their short bodies are covered with rough, bristly hairs. Warthogs are herbivores with a diet that consists of grass, fruits, berries, roots, small animals and birds. They are very quick for their size, running at maximum speeds of 30 miles per hour.


6.

Horned toad lizards are unfortunately the prey of many species such as coyotes, hawks, and snakes. To protect themselves, it shoots blood from its eyes! When the horned toad lizard has no other way to defend itself, it shoots blood out of ducts in the corners of its eyes. This blood can travel up to three feet, and at the very least, is able to startle any nearby predators so the lizard is able to escape from harm.



Answers : Cause And Effect, Sequence (Chronological Order), Description, Compare And Contrast, Problem And Solution, Question And Answer.


Any help? Sorry for it being long,
You have to drag the answer into the Questions.

QUICK!!! What is the term for something that has a subject and a verb but does not have to be a complete sentence?
Responses
A phrasephrase
B fragmentfragment
C statementstatement
D clauseclause
Question 2
When the independent clause comes before the dependent clause, do you need a comma between them?
Responses
A nono
B yesyes
Question 3
When the dependent clause comes before the independent clause, do you need a comma between them?
Responses
A yesyes
B no

Write this In your OWN WORDS:
Peter H. Reynolds is the author and illustrator of many books for children, parents, and educators. Some of his books include, The Dot, Happy Dreamer, and the New York Times bestseller The Word Collector. His books have been translated into over twenty-five languages around the globe and are celebrated worldwide! In 1996, he founded FableVision with his brother, Paul, as a social change agency to help create “stories that matter, stories that move.” He lives in Dedham, Massachusetts, with his family.
Blue Bunny Bookstore owner Peter H. Reynolds is an accomplished writer, storyteller and illustrator, who brings his enthusiasm and energy to every project he creates such as books and others. As an author, he has become well known for his best-selling books about protecting and nurturing the creative spirit, including the three books in his “Creatrilogy” -- The Dot, Ish and Sky Color. The Dot has now been published in over twenty languages, including Braille, and has won a number of awards, including the Oppenheim Platinum Toy Award, Borders Books’ Original Voices Award, and the Christopher Medal. The film version of The Dot (Weston Woods) went on to win the American Library Association's (ALA's) Carnegie Medal of Excellence for the Best Children's Video of 2005, while the film version of Ish was announced as one of ALA's 2006 Notable Children's Videos.

What is an advantage of telling a story from a first-person point of view?
A. Conveying each story event in the most realistic and concrete way
possible
B. Showing multiple characters' perspectives on the same event or
situation
C. Avoiding common pitfalls in story writing, such as telling rather
than showing
D. Creating suspense by limiting the reader's perspective on the
story's events

It's the year 3030 and society is completely dependent on computers and robots. A young boy named Domino is flying his hovering board to school when all the machines start attacking people due to a powerful computer virus. What will Domino do now that

the machines that are supposed to help him have turned against him?

Antagonist: Protagonist:


Type of Conflict:

I will mark you the brainliest! )Heritage language learners may have different speech patterns than those who do not have a heritage language. Write 3-5 complete sentences about these speech patterns and how they affect a heritage language learner's ability to verbally communicate in English.
( I will write your answer in my own words )

What can the reader infer is the speaker’s (Cap’s) motivation for undertaking the mission of fulfilling Sam McGee’s last wish? What is it about his personality (character traits) that kept him from not keeping his promise to Sam? Write a paragraph (at least 75 words) answering this question. You must use quotations in your response (HINT: lines 21, 25, 31-33, 39).

What is the correct form for a safe and successful handstand?





P.E

Wild animals as viewed from a mountain camp—Camille Grant, October 2011

Through my binoculars, I viewed a group of wild animals in action. A pride of lions was sleeping when a small, yellow bus pulled up beside them. Tourists on a safari were packed into the bus like sardines in a can. Armed with cameras, they invaded the lions' territory, hoping to capture the perfect photograph. The crowd leaned out the windows, hooting and hollering, until the lions awoke. When the lions moved away, the bus rolled after them, relentlessly stalking the pride. One of the lions turned and roared to protect the young. This was greeted with cheers and a celebratory honk of the bus horn. The curious visitors observed the lions' routine for an hour before moving on. Leaving a cloud of dust, the bus headed away, taking the wild animals off to disturb someone else's home.

Review the following line from the text:

Tourists who had paid money for a safari were packed into the bus like sardines in a can.

Which statement is true?

The sentence features figurative language in the form of a metaphor.
The sentence features figurative language in the form of a simile.
The sentence features literal language in the form of a metaphor.
The sentence features literal language in the form of simile.

What is academic vocabulary?

terms students must know to communicate with their teachers

words students are required to use in speeches or when doing group work

phrases that everybody speaks when talking to friends or family

language heard or read in school that is uncommon in everyday conversations

Which word is most clearly used denotatively?

A well-groomed cat has a delightful fragrance, while dogs are typically. Filthy and inclined to stink.

A. Stink
B. Dogs
C. Fragrance
D. typically

What are other ways of saying 'According to my research,'?

Which choice describes part of the drafting process when writing an argumentative essay?

revising for clarity
selecting evidence
developing a research plan
creating a research question

BRAINLIEST 100 points!!!! which term best describes how the sentence uses syntax to persuade readers?