What is the author's purpose in including paragraph 4 where Miss Armitage speaks of entreating Chesterton not to go to war by saying, "You mustn't think... that I am one of those silly girls who would beg you not to go to war." A) to separate herself from others in high society B) to state that she is not opposed to him going to war C) to contrast the absolute command in paragraph 7 where she adamantly tells him he will not to go D) to show her deep concern that he will misjudge her forgiving nature and try to enlist in the military

Which detail from "to build a fire" best supports the idea that most of the real yukon prospectors had little experience for surviving in cold weather? it happened. it was his own fault or, rather, his mistake. he should not have built the fire under the spruce tree. there was the fire, snapping and crackling and promising life with every dancing flame. he would have to build a fire and dry out his footgear. this was imperative at that low temperature—he knew that much. the flame he got by touching a match to a small shred of birch bark that he took from his pocket.

Which excerpt best represents the central conflict of “ everyday use”

Which statement best describes the use of the underlined word in the excerpts? in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the physical act of moving. in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests scientific discoveries. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the gradual march of time. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests steps toward a particular goal.