from The Locket
by Kate Chopin

"What's that you got around your neck, Ned?" asked one of the men.
Ned—or Edmond—mechanically fastened another button of his shirt and did not reply. He went on reading his letter.
"Is it your sweetheart's picture?"
"Taint no gal's picture," offered the man at the fire. "That's a charm. Hey, French! Ain't I right?" Edmond looked up absently from his letter.
"What is it?" he asked.
"Ain't that a charm you got round your neck?"
"It must be, Nick," returned Edmond with a smile. "I don't know how I could have gone through this year and a half without it."

Read the excerpt. Which phrases best complete the scenario below?

The phrase ____________ shows that absently means ____________

The phrase "mechanically fastened another button of his shirt and did not reply" shows that "absently" means not paying attention.

It is common for authors to use context clues when they introduce a word readers may not know. Context clues are pieces of information that help readers figure out the meaning of that word.

In the passage we are analyzing here, it is possible to infer the meaning of "absently" when we read the phrase that  says "mechanically fastened another button." When we do something mechanically, we do it automatically, without giving it much thought.

In other words, we do it without paying attention. That is precisely what "absently" mean. Thus, the phrase helps us figure out the meaning of "absently."

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Answer:

The phrase “mechanically fastened another button of his shirt and did not reply” shows that absently means not paying attention.

Explanation:

Read the passage from Animal Farm.

As Clover looked down the hillside her eyes filled with tears. If she could have spoken her thoughts, it would have been to say that this was not what they had aimed at when they had set themselves years ago to work for the overthrow of the human race. These scenes of terror and slaughter were not what they had looked forward to on that night when old Major first stirred them to rebellion. If she herself had had any picture of the future, it had been of a society of animals set free from hunger and the whip, all equal, each working according to his capacity, the strong protecting the weak, as she had protected the lost brood of ducklings with her foreleg on the night of Major's speech. Instead—she did not know why—they had come to a time when no one dared speak his mind, when fierce, growling dogs roamed everywhere, and when you had to watch your comrades torn to pieces after confessing to shocking crimes. There was no thought of rebellion or disobedience in her mind. She knew that, even as things were, they were far better off than they had been in the days of Jones, and that before all else it was needful to prevent the return of the human beings. Whatever happened she would remain faithful, work hard, carry out the orders that were given to her, and accept the leadership of Napoleon. But still, it was not for this that she and all the other animals had hoped and toiled. It was not for this that they had built the windmill and faced the bullets of Jones's gun. Such were her thoughts, though she lacked the words to express them.

How does Clover’s response support the author’s purpose? Select three options.

Orwell shows that, like the people of the Soviet Union, Clover experiences deep sadness about the violence.
Orwell shows that Clover had hopes similar to those of Soviet peasants—that life would eventually improve.
Orwell shows that Clover discovers she is mistaken in believing that the powerful would protect the weak.
Orwell shows that Clover correctly believes that the rebellion and the takeover of the farm solved the animals' difficulties.
Orwell shows that Clover believes that all of the changes on the farm have been positive changes for the animals.

Which sentence corrects the shift in agreement?

Many tips are available for people who want to find new jobs for her.
Many tips are available for people who want to find new jobs for himself.
Many tips are available for people who want to find new jobs for ourselves.
Many tips are available for people who want to find new jobs for themselves.

I know you are super busy but can you please help me with the math homework today you are so good at math and i am really having trouble plus if you help me today i will help you with you book report next week also my mom made these totally yummy cookies today and we can have some while we are working

The passage is most likely excerpted from which of the following? a lakota folk tale that encourages youth to emulate an important elder a lakota folk tale that encourages youth to emulate an important elder a cultural analysis that reveals the mythology of lakota warrior society a cultural analysis that reveals the mythology of lakota warrior society a lakota author’s account of his ancestral culture’s history and values a lakota author’s account of his ancestral culture’s history and values an attempt to reconcile the different values expressed in lakota society an attempt to reconcile the different values expressed in lakota society an instructional guide that teaches readers the lakota path to humility.

In Chapter 2, pp 12-13, Jeanne’s mother smashes the family’s fine china set. It is a valuable set, with place settings for twelve. Why does she destroy all of it? What do you think of her action? How do you think this would impact a young child in the family? (book: farewell to manzanar)

1. Five types of love exist in Romeo and Juliet: unrequited love, romantic love, parental love, friendship, and love of family honor. Identify the participants in each of these love relationships and explain how they are represented in the play. Does Shakespeare value any of these types-of love more important than the others? Which types of love do you find the most important and
why? Support your response with evidence from personal experience, and/or quotes or
examnles from the text

t was the best of times; it was the worst of times. This quote uses ________.
A
hyperbole

B
assonance

C
alliteration

D
juxtaposition

Highlight the compound sentence in paragraph 4 that is joined by two conjunctions preceded by a comma.

Is the word and necessary in this sentence? Explain what it adds, if anything.


Consider, for example, the widespread concern over internet addiction. Are there teens who have an unhealthy relationship with technology? Certainly. But most of those who are “addicted” to their phones or computers are actually focused on staying connected to friends in a culture where getting together in person is highly constrained. Teens’ preoccupation with their friends dovetails with their desire to enter the public spaces that are freely accessible to adults. The ability to access public spaces for sociable purposes is a critical component of the coming of age process, and yet many of the public spaces where adults gather—bars, clubs, and restaurants—are inaccessible to teens.




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3) "i still haven't read these books", she admitted into indirect speech please help me guys（⌒▽⌒）​

"She turned her back and stood. She was giving
Us an opportunity to escape!"
What do you learn about Abby's teacher, based
on her actions?

You work for a​ magazine, and your editor gives you an assignment to write an article for people who hope to retire within the next five years. What is the approximate age of your​ audience?
A.
60
B.
80
C.
40
D.
20

“Their” and “they” (line 8 refer to which of the following

1 Identify a theme, or insight about life, conveyed in “The Necklace.” Then, explain how the theme is shaped by specific details over the course of the story.​

write a statement that is your opinion about the paragraph.

As a result of the limited success of the St. Thomas colony, Denmark decided to expand. In 1717, a group of planters from St. Thomas colonized St. John. Fort Fortsberg, a small fort was built at Coral Bay, St. John, and the estates were laid out. By 1728, St. John had 87 plantations, 123 whites, and 677 enslaved Africans living on the island.

is "two dozen times a hyperbole?

3. Two girls approach Jordan. What do we learn recently happened in

Jordan's life?

What does this passage tell us most about Clover?

She is anxious.
She is timid.
She is protective.
She likes ducklings.

Drops of water fell on the red blanket and soaked into dark icy spots. [father paul] sprinkled the grave and the water disappeared almost before it touched the dim, cold sand; it reminded him of something — he tried to remember what it was, because he thought if he could remember he might understand this. he sprinkled more water; he shook the container until it was empty, and the water fell through the light from sundown like august rain that fell while the sun was still shining, almost evaporating before it touched the wilted squash flowers. —"the man to send rain clouds," leslie marmon silko what does the holy water symbolize for father paul? what does the holy water symbolize for leon?

how the media influences people​

Make a title about this short paragraph and write a statement that is your own opinion about this paragraph

Which claim from “The Case for Shelter Animals” is supported by reasons or evidence?

1 Mills and pet store are only in business to make money.

2 All dogs sold at pet stores come from puppy mills.

3 Dogs and cats provide unconditional love.

4 Rescuing pets from shelters saves lives.

Brainliest If correct

PLEASE HELPP!!!!!
How does the following quote support the reader's
understanding of Carolyn?
But I also knew that she was always going to be who,
or what, she was. Meanwhile, there was only one thing
to do: Pray that the plants had shriveled to death." (
Paragraph 11)

A It proves that Carolyn is spiteful and wants
revenge against her former employer.

B It shows that Carolyn is no longer affected by
racism because she is now successful.

C It shows that the former employer's racism is
unchanged, and not Carolyn's responsibility to fix.

DIt proves that the former employer has learned
from her past mistakes and is a kinder person now.
a

In Sonnet Lv to which of your senses do the images in Line 1 and 4 appeal

Which questions may be applied to a literary analysis from a historical approach? Select two options.

1. Name at least 2 ways Jem behaves like a true gentleman in this chapter.
Chapter 28

Find someone, your relative, friend, or acquaintance who has been to a second hand shop. Ask him/her about the experience of visiting the second hand shop and prepare a report in about one hundred words​

Fill in the blank/s with the correct answer/s

Rachel: This is a beautiful table! I love it! Is it new?

Camila: Well, it's new for me! I bought it yesterday at a house sale.

Rachel: Really?……the sale?

Camila: On Fourth Street and Second Avenue, next to the library.

Rachel: ……. A big sale?

Camila: Yes. ………lots of things for sale, like furniture, clothes, toys, and books.

Rachel: That sounds like fun. Why didn't you tell me about it?

Camila: Because you told me ……busy with work.

Rachel: Oh yeah. I was busy with work. Were you happy with the price you paid for the table?

Camila: Yes,……. ! I got it for a really good price.

How are an author's motivations tied to his or her values?

How does Gay Talese create a picture of Joe DiMaggio at loose ends that nevertheless suggests his heroism?