a. heroism
The poem repeatedly talks about the bravery of soldiers both alive and those that lost their lives.
I used bold font to correct the dialogue. I hope my answer helps you (:
Ray hesitated, clutching the
small, broken gift in his hands.
He felt ridiculous. "I guess you
don't want my present then" he
asked. "The only thing I want
from you is for you to leave"
Linda said, wiping away her
tears. "You think one present
can make up for all those
missing years?" Ray put the
damaged photo frame down
on a nearby table. "Of course
not. I'm sorry I spoiled your big
day." He paused for a moment, then turned and walked out.
Answer: To convince that colonists to break away from British rule.
Explanation:
Air is a bad conductor of electricity so whatever is closest that will get the lightening to the ground first, it strikes. Therefore, the lightening would sense the tall pole first, and use it as it's conductor.
