GROWING UP: KEY MOMENTS by Jessie McBirney common lit 4. What connection does the author make between a person’s actions and growing-up moments? A We have control over when and where growing-up moments happen. B Both the negative and positive decisions we make can result in growing-up moments. C Even though we experience growing-up moments, we need to act upon the lessons we learn in order to grow up. D Making a poor choice or decision in a certain situation can take the value away from an important growing-up moment.

Each pair of sentences can be combined to create one compound sentence. determine which choice best combines them. refinishing furniture is a creative hobby. not everyone loves to scour garage sales to find old items. going to flea markets can you to notice unique qualities in used items. beauty can be found where you least expect it. specialized equipment can make the refinishing process easier. painting the furniture can be creative with the right tools. some people like refinishing old furniture. others prefer buying new items.