Answer:
I think this means that the dead wood (useless/burdensome people or things) are the same anywhere they are. So the useless are useless not only in one situation but useless all around.
Explanation:
Example: He cut the "deadwood" from the group. So he is getting rid of the useless people in the group.
Yes, the context influences meaning, so it's true.
Answer: C) it creates surprise by showing Jason's father acting in a way that is different from the negative way Jason views him.
Explanation: I took the quiz