The root of congregated is a Latin word meaning “to flock together.” What does congregated mean as it is used in paragraph 2 of the story?

A.
gathered into a crowd

B.
laughed and shouted

C.
pushed and shoved

D.
raced around quickly

Which verb or verb phrase signals an inappropriate shift in mood. a) will you let b) should first change c) must attend d) will be served

Which best explains this excerpt’s purpose in the novel’s plot structure? the excerpt creates conflict between characters as part of the rising action. the excerpt provides background information on a character as part of the exposition. the excerpt returns a character to equilibrium as part of the falling action. the excerpt is the point of greatest tension and acts as the climax.

Which of the following statements would most encourage productive conflict? select all that apply.