How does the author use figurative language to describe the sound of everyone landing on the ground?
EVERYBODY JUMP! 6R21 6R31

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The sound is compared to a gentle whisper.
The sound is described as a loud, drawn-out roar.
The sound is likened to a musical symphony.
The sound is described as a quiet hum.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the effect of the phrase "Earth outweighs us by a factor of over ten trillion" in the text?
It emphasizes the insignificance of human weight compared to Earth.
It suggests that humans are heavier than Earth.
It implies that Earth is fragile and easily affected by humans.
It indicates that Earth and humans have similar weights.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What reasoning does the author provide for why the Earth's orbit is unaffected by the jump?
The Earth's orbit is too far from the jump location.
The Earth's mass is too large to be affected by the jump.
The Earth's orbit is protected by a magnetic field.
The Earth's orbit is controlled by gravitational forces.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the author use the structure of the text to build suspense about the outcome of the jump?
By immediately revealing the catastrophic consequences.
By gradually describing the sequence of events after the jump.
By focusing only on the scientific aspects of the jump.
By providing a detailed history of Rhode Island.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the phrase "a graveyard of billions" in the context of the text?
It highlights the peaceful nature of the event.
It underscores the massive loss of life resulting from the scenario.
It suggests that the event was a minor inconvenience.
It indicates that the event was a celebration.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does the author mention the collapse of cell networks in the scenario?
To show the technological advancement of the region.
To illustrate the immediate impact on communication systems.
To highlight the resilience of the cell networks.
To suggest that cell networks are irrelevant in such scenarios.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What strategic thinking is required to understand the author's depiction of the aftermath of the jump?
Analyzing the logistical challenges faced by the population.
Memorizing the sequence of events.
Identifying the main characters in the scenario.
Listing the scientific facts mentioned.
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