In “the devil and tom walker,” the author weaves historical facts into the story to supply historical context to his narrative. which of the following quotes from the story does not represent a historical fact? a. about the year 1727, just at the time that earthquakes were prevalent in new england, and shook many tall sinners down upon their knees, there lived near this place a meager, miserly fellow, of the name of tom walker. b. everybody remembers the time of governor belcher, when money was particularly scarce. it was a time of paper credit. the country had been deluged with government bills. c. tom now grew uneasy for her safety, especially as he found she had carried off in her apron the silver teapot and spoons, and every portable article of value. d. he even talked of the expediency of reviving the persecution of quakers and anabaptists.

Iwill give brainliest banquo. how goes the night, boy? fleance. the moon is down, i have not heard the clock. banquo. and she goes down at twelve. fleance: i take't, 'tis later, sir. banquo: hold, take my sword. there's husbandry in heaven, their candles are all out. take thee that too. a heavy summons lies like lead upon me, and yet i would not sleep: merciful powers, restrain in me the cursed thoughts that nature gives way to in repose! using context clues, what is the meaning of the word "candles" and what effect does that have on the play? the night is cloudy, so no one can really see what is happening. there are no stars, which could be considered candles in heaven, so heaven cannot see the sin happening on the earth below the moon is not illuminating the heavens, so everyone up there is asleep. the candles from the surrounding countryside are all out, so macbeth can carry out the murder