What is the best synonym for the phrase potential impact in paragraph 13?  13  The gift allows the Zoo’s animal care and the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute’s scientific team to proceed with the five-year science plan established with their Chinese colleagues from the China Wildlife Conservation Association. The science plan hasspecific goals: to examine the creation and impact of corridors to link fragmented habitats that will benefit giant pandas and other wildlife species, including promoting genetic diversity; examine how to restore habitats, especially those where pandas appear to be making a comeback; provide advice on giant panda reintroduction; examine the potential impact of transmissible diseases on giant pandas and other wildlife species, including providing advice on implementing new programs associated with a Wildlife Disease Control Center being built in Sichuan Province; and continue research on giant panda reproduction and management, because, although there has been major success in Chinese breeding centers, some pandas still experience reproductive challenges.

Which of the following statements would be the best inference from this quote from paragraph 5:  “In other areas, such as reproductive biology, the advanced techniques scientists use today largely did not exist when Ling-Ling and Hsing-Hsing were alive.”

What does that time refer to in paragraph 5? Type your answer 5  Smithsonian’s National Zoo scientists began giant panda research when Ling-Ling and Hsing-Hsing arrived at the Zoo in 1972. A history and timeline of giant pandas at the Zoo can be found here. Much has been learned since that time, but there still remains much more to learn. With the arrival of Tian Tian and Mei Xiang, the Zoo has developed a ten-year research plan that will hopefully culminate in a growing, thriving population of giant pandas. Some research areas will repeat behavioral observation studies on Tian Tian and Mei Xiang in order to increase sample size and determine whether a behavior pattern is common to giant pandas or particular to an individual. In other areas, such as reproductive biology, the advanced techniques scientists use today largely did not exist when Ling-Ling and Hsing-Hsing were alive. Also, opportunities for research and conservation initiatives in the wild, including the potential for increasing the wild giant panda population in China through reintroduction, are greater today than at any time in the past. However, these plans and initiatives will be costly to carry out, as will China’s official National Plan for the Conservation of Giant Pandas and their Habitats. [BLANK-1]

What does the word ensure mean in paragraph 2? 2  Depending on the time and the weather, the giant pandas have a choice to be outside or inside the panda house. The pandas typically have outdoor access until early afternoon. The panda house, an indoor viewing area, is open to visitors from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. during winter hours and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. during summer hours. Please check the hours page before your visit to ensure the Panda House is open. Early arrival is recommended to avoid large crowds and long lines. Long lines require earlier cut-off times to ensure those waiting can enter the panda house before it closes. Please note that all of the Zoo’s animals have the option to enjoy some time away from the crowds. If the pandas are not on view, they may be spending time in an enclosure behind the scenes. Flash photography and video with handheld devices are permitted inside the panda house. For the safety of our visitors, the use of tripods is prohibited.

The use of the word conservation in paragraph 1 means?  1  Native to central China, giant pandas have come to symbolize vulnerable species. As few as 1,864 giant pandas live in their native habitat, while another 300 pandas live in zoos and breeding centers around the world. The Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute is a leader in giant panda conservation. Ever since these charismatic bears arrived at the Zoo in 1972, animal care staff and scientists have studied giant panda biology, behavior, breeding, reproduction and disease. These experts are also leading ecology studies in giant pandas’ native habitat. The Zoo’s giant panda team works closely with colleagues in China to advance conservation efforts around the world.

The Sound of Waves tells us that Terukichi believes that all that matters is this.

The Sound of Waves does not show a direct encounter between Hatsue and Shinji’s mother.

Describe clearly and fully two different and specific elements in The Sound of Waves that refer to aspects of the Second World War. Explain specifically how these elements reflect aspects of the Second World War. (Please note: in answering this question, you may drawn on what was discussed in class as well as on anything else in the book.)

16 POINTS EXTRA CREDIT: Please read the instructions very carefully. a. In The Sound of Waves, Shinji and Hatsue each undergo a physical challenge that shows impressive physical ability. Also, the physical challenge or, for Hatsue, what follows that challenge, shows a good personal quality of each character. Describe exactly what is Hatsue’s physical challenge and what shows a good personal quality right after that challenge. [Please note that this question is NOT asking about a scene involving Hatsue and Yasuo.] b. The Dhammapada: “___________ is never appeased by ___________ in this world. By non-____________ alone is ____________ appeased. This is a law eternal.” The same word goes in all four blanks. What exactly is that word? [Please note: I gave this quotation twice in class. This is the second version, which is slightly different from the first version.] c. In this Franz Kafka sentence, which word goes in the blank? “Perhaps, however, there is only one cardinal sin: ________________.” d. Your instructor learned this item’s idea from one of his instructors. What word goes in the blank “When in doubt, __________.”

        “I know exactly what you two are thinking. You’re planning to give __________ a beating. But you listen to me–that won’t do a bit of good. A fool’s a fool, so just leave him alone. . . . Guess it’s hard for [a  character’s name is omitted by instructor here] . . . but patience is the main thing.” Please answer the following questions exactly: a. Clearly identify the character who is speaking. (1) b. Clearly identify two characters who are listening. (2) c. Write the name that goes in the blank. (1)