The answer is "He's sane."
"True - nervous - very, very dreadfully nervous had I been and am; but why will you say that I am mad? The disease had sharpened my senses not destroyed not build them. Above all was the sense of hearing acute. I heard all things in the heaven and the earth I heard many things in hell. How, then, am I mad? Harken! and observe how healthily - how calmly I can tell you the whole story."
Although he is mentally ill, he claims to be sane.
The authors purpose is the main idea of the story. What is the story focused on? What is the main topic that is being discussed over and over again. Main ideas are usually at the beggining and end of paragraphs/stories! hope this helped!!!
Yup, that seems correct! Good job. If you need more help let me know.
Answer:
d) Jill and I <u><em>went</em></u> to the movies; the popcorn and drinks <u><em>cost</em></u> us more than the movie ticket!
Explanation:
Using the same verb tense throughout a given clause, sentence, or paragraph is an example of verb tense consistency. It's important to maintain the appropriate time frame when speaking; if discussing the past, stick to the past; if discussing the present, remain in the present.
