The answer is: 2. temptation.
In the excerpt from "A Pair of Silk Stockings," the author Kate Chopin directs attention to Mrs. Sommers desire to spend the money on her own rather than on her children. In that respect, the words used to describe the articles she wishes to purchase have a provocative connotation. For example, <em>soft </em>means gentle, <em>luxurious </em>refers to something extremely elegant and classy, <em>glisten </em>is to shine, and <em>serpent-like</em> implies that the object is smooth to the sense of touch.
I don’t know if this is what you’re asking but there’s definitely a sort of prejudice against Lenny for being “mentally handicapped” or what have you.
Answer:
Explanation:
To oppose the conscription act, which the writer views as
- unconstitutional
- in the interests of the few with wealth
- without opposition, a citizen becomes part of the conspiracy.
Answer:
maxim of relevance - Don't go off on tangents.
Maxim of quality - Be honest
Maxim of quantity - Get to the point
Maxim of manner - Be clear and organized.
Explanation:
Maxim may be explained as a brief statement which gives rule or expected code of conduct for different situations.
Maxim of quality preaches truthfulness, being sincere with utterances. So it is related to "Be honest"
Maxim of relevance - staying in line with the focal point of a discussion or argument. Hence Not going off on Tangents
Maxim of quantity : Giving the required level of information without having to make additions.
Maxim of manner : Involves adhering to being brief and concise while using implicit notation or language that is clear.
The rising action in once upon a time begins when the wife fears that "people of another color" will "come up the street and tear off the plaque" that warns people to stay off their property and will "stream in" through their gates. The husband responds to her concerns by having electronically controlled gates installed.
