What is the definition of scathing?

The cheerleading squad practiced their routine, they were still not ready to perform for an audience. choose the best transitional word or phrase to complete the sentence. a) however b) besides c) although d) therefore

Which pair of uses of figurative language from “the caged bird” support the extended metaphor of freedom versus oppression? back of the wind; floats downstream his wings are clipped; his feet are tied the caged bird sings; the free bird thinks dawn bright lawn; grave of dreams

Which lines best illustrate the conclusion that odysseus is an epic hero because he fights alone?