"A sentinel at each end of the bridge stood with his rifle in the position
known as 'support,' that is to say, vertical in front of the left shoulder,
the hammer resting on the forearm thrown straight across the chest -- a
formal and unnatural position, enforcing an erect carriage of the body,
What is the meaning of the word sentinel as it is used in this sentence
from the passage?
A)
a feeling of emotion
B)
a man who stands guard
C)
a place for tools
D)
a support for a rifle

Read the excerpt from "i wandered lonely as a cloud." for oft, when on my couch i lie in vacant or in pensive mood, they flash upon that inward eye which is the bliss of solitude; and then my heart with pleasure fills, and dances with the daffodils. which statement best describes the lines that are underlined in this excerpt? both lines contain alliteration, which creates a cheerful tone. both lines contain alliteration, which draws attention to the speaker's feelings. the lines use rhyme to transition from deep thought to a joyful memory. the lines use rhyme to show the speaker's feelings of isolation.