In this unit, you focused on different types of conflicts and read informational texts. You learned about two conflicts during World War II: Pearl Harbor and the internment of Japanese Americans. Think of a major conflict that is happening in the world today. Describe the conflict in your discussion. What are the main causes of the conflict? Why is the conflict such a big issue? Can you think of any possible solutions for this conflict?

How would you write "the fourth of july? " the 4th of july or the fourth of july? are they both grammatically correct?

Which statement best explains how the setting affects the meaning of the story? a. the water and wave motif conveys the queasy feeling the narrator has when walking alone at night. b. the firefly light conveys a feeling of nostalgia for long summer evenings spent with family. c. the phrase whispering and murmurs" suggests that the main character has fits of madness. d. the comparison of the street to a graveyard suggests that something is terribly wrong with society.

What central idea does this passage develop? the impact of fate the integrity of leaders the ruthlessness of power the importance of friendship