1. How does the author develop Merci’s point of view in paragraphs 97-101? A. through her reaction to the school secretary
B. by showing her reaction to Roli’s response to the soccer team
C. through the words and dialogue she speaks to Roli and her father
D. by sharing her inner thoughts and observations of her father’s actions

Which of the following is an appeal to reason? (5 points) a statistics or other facts that will bring audiences to a logical conclusion b positive references to the audience's sense of right versus wrong c strong organization and use of proper spelling, punctuation, and grammar d descriptions of events or places that have meanings to the audience

Which text evidence from the passage supports the theme that even nonliving things contain a life force? select two options. it was close and dry and dusty in the house of the gods.” “i have said the magic was gone but that is not true—it had gone from the magic things but it had not gone from the place.” “i felt the spirits about me, weighing upon me.” “nor had i ever slept in a dead place before—and yet, tonight, i must sleep there.” “when i thought of it, my tongue felt dry in my throat, in spite of my wish for knowledge.” “almost i would have gone down again and faced the dogs, but i did not.”

In at least one hundred words, explain how the structure of elizabeth bishop’s “sestina” to convey meaning in the poem. provide specific evidence from the text to support your response.