1-which statement best explains how the use of the first person point of view in “gumption” contributes to its tone?

a. the story gives the reader just the main character’s thoughts and emotions, so the longing tone is magnified and clarified.

b. since the story is told from multiple points of view, the tone verifies depending upon each perspective.

c. the first person point of view allows the reader to see in the reflective tone sylvester has been looking back on this incident. the first person point of view allows the reader to see in the reflective tone sylvester has been looking back on this incident.

d. this point of view shows the reader how everyone in the story is feeling, which creates a proud tone.

2-in “the piece of string,” people do not believe the old man when he denies taking the wallet. which statement best explains how this event develops the plot?

a. it resolves the main conflict of the story by demonstrating that master hauchecorne is an untrustworthy character who can conceal the theft.

b. it serves as the falling action of the story, which resolve the tension about whether master hauchecorne will use the string.

c. it is part of the rising action of the story, which builds the reader’s suspense about how master hauchecorne will prove his innocence.

d. it is the climax of the story, as this is the point in the story where master hauchecorne undergoes a dramatic change in his personality.

3-which statement best reflects a theme in “the piece of string” by guy de maupassant?

a. guilt consume a person‘s perspective.

b. innocence is difficult to prove without trust.

c. betrayal can often shatter one’s trust.

d one’s suspicions can lead to fear.

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