Which word best completes the sentence? Select the word from the drop-down menu. After two hours, the politician's speech on the current tax code _____ on me.
A. fixed
B. flared
C. grew
D. palled

I think that the answer is “C. grew”

When someone “grows” they come to feel something, and in this circumstance it sounds like the person is growing to like the politician

Answer:

D. Palled

Explanation:

Fixed doesn't fit in because it doesn't make a proper sentence and it means to repair a broken object. Its not flared because its a way of signaling to someone. its not grew because it doesn't represent something getting more members or taller. The Answer would be D palled because it means to become less interesting or enjoyable and it is the best word that fits in with the sentence.

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Music and the Brain

From the beginning of recorded history, music has been created and enjoyed by people. Even early man carved flutes from bones. Thomas Jefferson was known to play his violin to help him formulate the most effective word choices as he wrote the Declaration of Independence. Albert Einstein, considered one of the most intelligent men who ever lived, also played the violin. He was said to have figured out his most challenging mathematical formulas by playing his violin. Today scientists are discovering that the study of music, playing an instrument, or participating through singing can actually help develop our brains. No wonder Einstein and Jefferson, among many, found music helpful in problem solving.

There was a time in America’s history when music was a centerpiece of family life. There were no televisions, radios, or other forms of electronic entertainment. Social life often involved someone playing the piano or another instrument while guests sang along or listened for enjoyment. Therefore, if parents could afford the opportunity, their children were encouraged to learn how to play an instrument. Taking music lessons did not mean a child was expected to become a professional musician. However, it usually meant the kids learned the daily discipline of practice.

Recent brain research has shown some surprising benefits as a result of formal musical training. Learning to play a musical instrument appears to develop parts of the brain that can even influence academic results. The studies indicate that the earlier a child begins training, the more benefits there are. One such study showed that children who began musical studies before the age of seven had a more developed brain in the region where language production and auditory processing take place. Scientists believe there is mounting evidence to show that early musical training can improve brain function.

A research team from Northwestern University observed that to achieve the positive brain development from musical training, music students had to be active participants. There were differences found between the kids who attended a more passive music appreciation class, and the ones who learned to play instruments. It was the active production of music that rewired the brain. Using electrodes on the students’ heads, scientists were able to see how actively the brain responded when students generated music.

Neuroscientists have suggested that playing an instrument, especially at an early age, can improve how the brain interprets sensory information. Music (singing or playing an instrument) also positively affects memory. Apparently, music activates both the right and left sides of the brain simultaneously and this activity increases efficiency in processing information. In one study, researchers found the areas of the brain that affect language skill and “executive function” were more developed in musically trained students. The executive function is the planning center of your brain, where you figure out what must get done, and how to do it in the time that exists.

A special community music program in a low-income area of Los Angeles showed a higher success rate of students going on to college than students in the area who did not participate in this music education. A team of researchers was asked to offer scientific evidence for this compelling distinction. The study concluded that there were significant improvements in reading scores for the children who attended music classes regularly and were actively engaged for a period of two years, compared to those who did not participate.



What tone does the statement "The executive function is the planning center of your brain" give in Paragraph 5?
an insistent tone

a critical tone

an instructive tone

a forceful tone

The Present Perfect Tenses

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Put the following verbs into the correct tense—either the present perfect simple or the present perfect

progressive,butusetheprogressive formwhereverpossible.Useanyother informationgiven,and

select for or since where necessary.Note the importance of certain keywords.

1. They (just, arrive) from New York.

2. We (already, eat).

3. I (now, study) your ideas, and I regret to say I cannot acceptthem.

4. They (live) there (for/since) December.

5. I (read) four books (since/for) I arrived here.

6. We (wait) (for/since) three o’clock.

7. I (already, write) to him, but he (not yet, reply).

8. It’s eleven o’clock and Helen (make) cakes all morning, but I (not, make) any.

9. He (not, work) there (for/since) the last year.

10. I (read) magazines all evening; so far I (read) seven.

11. How long (you,drive)?

12. She (not, do) a single thing all morning.

13. They (build) that house (for/since) more than a year and they (still, not, finish) it.

14. It’s May 30th and I (not, receive) a letter from him this month.

15. Come quickly! Your father (break) his arm.

16. I am awfully sorry, but I (drop) your clock. I hope it (not, break).

17. “Is John in?” – “No, I’m afraid he (be/go) to Margate.”

18. (you, stand) in the rain (for/since) all that time?

19. (you, not, ever, be/go) to San Francisco?

20. (Jim, fall) off his bike again? Oh, no!

21. I (never, see) a flying saucer (fliegende Untertasse) when I’ve been sober.

22. My sister (never, be/go) to Italy.

23. “MrMortimer (fish)allmorning.Sofarhe(catch)fifteen,buthe(let)eachonego

free.” – “Perhaps he (catch) the same one fifteen times.”.

24. She (just, lose) all her money.

25. This company (lose) money (for/since) ages.

26. Roger (just, break) his new watch.

27. I (already, say) this several times, but now I shall say it again.

28. I (often, hear) strange noises in the night.

29. MrsKensington(recently,notice) thatherchauffeurprefersrockmusictoBrahms.

30. Thenextdoorneighbour’sdog(just,bite)thepostman. It’sthethirdtimethatit

(bite) him.

31. You (come) too late, Doctor. The poor girl (just, die).

32. He(always,detest) travellingbybus,andhe(never,like) travellingbycareither.

33. Jane (see) the Loch Ness Monster five times.

34. A bee (sting) me!

35. The workers (now, finish) building that supermarket. Apparently it (take) them a lot

longer to build it than they thought it would.

36. ThatniceDrLindsay?No,officer, I(not,see)himorhisvivaciouswife(for/since)

ages.

37. She (only, know)Charles (for/since) she was sixteen, butthey (live) in the same town

(for/since) they wereborn.

38. Old Mr Green (bring) me my newspapers (for/since) over fifteen years.

39. They (write) to me fourteen times (since/for) the beginning of the month.​

Do you think that identifying your personal philosophy is very important? Why?​

A teapot was rolling in the silver polish like a pig in a puddle. Is this a simile or personification?

Please help me to answer these questions about " A modest proposal " essay.

What signs of spring have you notice today. Write about these seasonal symbols

Which sentence best illustrates the meaning of deserted?
A. A caravan of traders moved slowly across the hot sand.
B. Late at night, not a soul was to be seen on Roosevelt Avenue.
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C. We decided to wait and see the movie when Max was feeling better.
D. The beach was so crowded that we had trouble finding a place to sit. Please need help fast!!! Will get marked brainlyist

Can someone please writes me a email that gives advice for a friend that is having trouble with drugs thanks so much it’s for a homework

Which of these words is a technical word used in the field of chemistry?, Poetry
Gene,Angle

How would “The yellow wallpaper” change if he were to order from a different characters perspective?

What are the answers

Pangolins are mammals, although they look like reptiles. With their scaly protective skin, pangolins can roll into a tight ball to confuse and deter predators. Pangolins are mostly noctural, only coming out at night. They eat insects much like an ant eater.

Which sentence could be added to the paragraph while maintaining a consistent tone?


Pangolins are impressive examples of unique adaptations in nature.

Pangolins are cool examples of unique adaptations in nature.

Pangolins are pretty awesome examples of unique adaptations in nature.

Pangolins are hilarious examples of unique adaptations in nature.

PLEASE HELP I really need help asap
Select the correct answer. What is the role of the headline?
O A To summarize the article
OB. To get the reader's attention
OC. To entertain the reader
O D. Both a and b​

What did some men demand from William's father?

d, SUTe peopie use them very well.
17.Choose the sentence that is written correctly.
OMy favorite stores are Bloomingdale's and Macy's. My sister only shops at Nordstrom.
O My favorite stores are Bloomingdale and Macy. My sister only shops at Nordstroms.
O My favorite stores are Bloomingdales and Macys. My sister only shops at Nordstroms.
My favorite stores are bloomingdales and macy's. My sister only shops at nordstrom​

If a new student hesitantly approaches you in the hallway, what does he most likely do?
A. He sticks out his hand boldly.
B. He moves slowly and a bit shyly.
C. He eagerly offers to share something.
D. He thoughtlessly pushes right past you.

Read the excerpts from The Land.
"He ride good's he look, Mister Edward?"
"He's a fine riding horse, all right," said my daddy, "but he needs training. I figure he gets that training, he could be the best around."
"Yes, suh," said Willie Thomas, stroking the stallion's forehead. "He sure got a good look to him, I know that!"
"Now, Willie," said my daddy, "I expect you to take mighty good care of this horse. I'm depending on Ghost Wind to win me more than a few races by the coming year, and I want him in the best condition possible."
It wasn't until the next day I saw Mitchell again. "You get a whippin' for ridin' that stallion?" he asked as I made my way through the woods toward the creek.I shook my head. "No. Just can't ride Ghost Wind anymore."Mitchell glanced sideways at me, almost as if he felt bad about my predicament. "That bad as a whippin'?""Worse."

Based on their reactions in these excerpts, how does Paul’s viewpoint of the horses differ from his father’s viewpoint?
Paul feels an emotional connection to Ghost Wind, while his father mostly values Ghost Wind as a possession.

Paul does not believe that Ghost Wind should be raced, while his father believes that Ghost Wind is meant to race.

Paul thinks that it is unfair to keep Ghost Wind away from him, while his father believes that it is necessary to teach Ghost Wind a lesson.

Paul does not think that Ghost Wind needs training, while his father thinks that Ghost Wind should be trained daily.

Select the correct answer.
Choose the correct possessive pronoun to use in place of the highlighted word(s).
The baseball gloves are “the teams”
A.
theirs
B.
his
C.
ours
D.
yours

Justify the need to make notes from a source.

A report You have recently started working part-time in a
science museum. The museum director
wants to attract more teenagers to the
museum and has asked you to write a
report making suggestions. Think
about: leaflets, reduced admissions,
audio-visual exhibits (140-190 words).
HELP ME​

What strategy will help you to picture how the robotic arm looks?
a. Questioning
b. Previewing
c. Visualizing
d. Skimming ​

Write a short note on the topic ,' My Mother '.​

Which of the following is not a decomposer?
worm
bacteria
snall
frog

In which sentence were the commas used correctly before and after the appositives?

After the pep-rally, a player celebration we walked to the game.

After the pep-rally a player celebration, we walked to the game.

After the pep-rally a player celebration, we walked to, the game.

After the pep-rally, a player celebration, we walked to the game.

What is the historical context of Nixons speech ?

HELP ME WITH THIS PLS. Thank you!!!
Bullying is bullying is bullying. Or is it? Yes, there is an underlying goal in all bullying—to cause the victim pain. But there is a difference between bullying at school and cyberbullying. At school, the bully has a name, face, and home address. At school, the bully is real, recognizable, and approachable. A cyberbully is a phantom—virtual, unknown, and untouchable. Like a phantom, the cyberbully lashes out from the dark. Rather than be restricted to school hours, cyberbullies can strike at any time. Cyberbullies don’t necessarily use their names; they can harass their victims anonymously.

To help combat cyberbullying, start being a good digital citizen. Be responsible about what you post, and think about how what you say will be interpreted by others—remember that once it’s posted, it’s permanent. Most of all, don’t be afraid to talk to others about things you see online. The more we try to be aware, the more aware we’ll become.

Read the editorial carefully, and then select the choice that best answers each question.

What two ideas are juxtaposed in the editorial?

What is the purpose of the juxtaposition?

What is the effect of the juxtaposition on the reader?

Which passage from the text best supports the answer to Question 3?
O A. "You'll bring trouble! Go away! Quickly!"
B. "What are you doing here child? It isn't safe. Wait- I'll unlock the gate."
C. “Alright then Mr. Spiegelman, You and your wife can stay in my barn."
O D. "Oh I'm sorry. I don't have any change."

Select the correct answer.

What is the purpose of creating an outline for a research paper?

A. To asses the validity of a research paper.

B. to think up topic ideas

C. To organize researched information

D. To estimate the word count of the paper

Please help!
I need a simile using the word shy
shy as a _____

Which situation is the best example of dramatic irony?