Reading Question

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What were the Gutians responsible for in relation to the Sumerian civilization?

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The Gutians were responsible for restoring native rule to the Sumerian civilization.

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What is the significance of the Akkadian monarch in the context of the Gutians?

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The Akkadian monarch was challenged by the Gutians, who were the only ruling people willing to do so.

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What type of dynasty did the Gutians establish?

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The Gutians established a dynasty similar to the type of dynasty that characterized the first phase of Sumerian history.

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What was the outcome of the Gutians overthrowing the great-grandson of Sargon I?

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The Gutians were able to maintain a stable empire after overthrowing the great-grandson of Sargon I.

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What is the best way to deal with ambiguous pronouns in writing?

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Replace ambiguous pronouns with specific nouns to clarify meaning.

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How can changing verb tenses improve sentence clarity?

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Changing verb tenses can provide clearer context and improve the flow of the sentence.

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What does 'in favor of' mean in a sentence?

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'In favor of' means to support or prefer one option over another.

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Why is it important to eliminate unnecessary phrases in writing?

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Eliminating unnecessary phrases can make writing more concise and easier to understand.

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What is the role of context in understanding a passage?

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Context helps readers understand the meaning and significance of the information presented in a passage.

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How can one identify the main idea of a passage?

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The main idea can often be identified by looking for the topic sentence or the most repeated concepts.