Todd is reluctant to join the Dead Poets' Society because he doesn't like reading aloud. He doesn't feel comfortable doing that which is why he is hesitant to join the club. However, Neil helps him by telling him he should just come and join them, and he doesn't have to read until he is ready to do so.
8. b. comparison
9. b. comparison and/or contrast
10. d. time order
11. c. on vacation
12. b. there might be no yellow handkerchief on the tree
13. true
Glade is the answer I do believe
The author's main purpose for including this
description of Myra and her brother is to emphasize the
children’s isolation from the others. The correct answer between
all the choices given is the third choice. I am hoping that this answer has
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