Reread the second sentence in paragraph 1. What effect do the word choices have on the meaning and tone of this paragraph? A The phrase charged into has negative connotations and suggests that the Forty-Niners were reckless and angry. B The terms charged and ballooning convey the idea of sudden and dramatic movement or growth. C The use of ballooning gives the idea that the growth was somehow fragile and prone to “break” suddenly or easily. D The word unprecedented conveys the author’s attitude that this event is not well understood.

The author attributes papa's unforgivable behavior to which of the following? a. the painful memories connected with his 9-month ordeal in south dakota b. papa's increasing addiction to alcohol c. papa's unfulfilled need to be in charge of something and/or someone d. mama's emotional distance from papa

How can the reader of a story use the setting of a story to learn more about a charactor

Which statement best describes how the first-person narration in fever 1793 engages readers? mattie's perspective on the city of philadelphia gives readers an understanding of why some residents are leaving for the country. mattie's perspective on the state of her family's business gives readers an understanding of the responsibility she feels. mattie's perspective on her grandfather's strong-headed opinions gives readers an understanding of the influence he has on her. mattie's perspective on the events of 1793 gives readers an understanding of the experiences and uneasiness of the time.