What is one way that writers try to establish credibility about a topic? A. by adjusting their tone through word choices and sentence structure
B. by describing what they know about the topic
C. by explaining the topic so thoroughly that the audience is convinced
D. by using informal language that connects with the audience

My cat and my dog like best friends

Which sentence best summarizes this excerpt from book 21 of the odyssey?

Read the excerpt from infinite jest 'my application's not bought," i am telling them, calling into the darkness of the red cave that opens out before closed eyes. 'tam not just a boy who plays tennis. i have an intricate history. experiences and feelings. i'm complex. "read,' i say. 'i study and read. i bet i've read everything you've read. don't think i haven't. i consume libraries. i wear out spines and rom-drives. i do things like get in a taxi and say, "the library, and step on it." my instincts concerning syntax and mechanics are better than your own, i can tell, with due respect. the theme suggested by the excerpt is about a. being understood b. the value of education c. wisdom versus foolishness d. learning responsibility