<span> Cluvius, a man with a monstrous voice, who should bawl out his titles; and a thousand trained youths who had learned to applaud in unison whenever their master sang or played in public. So deftly had they been taught that each had his own rôle to play. Some did no more than give forth a low deep hum of speechless appreciation. Some clapped with enthusiasm. Some, rising from approbation into absolute frenzy, shrieked, stamped, and beat sticks upon the benches. Some—and they were the most effective—had learned from an Alexandria copy
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Answer: C The purpose is to persuade; the author wants readers to appreciate that gulls are more intelligent than people realize.
Explanation: It sounds correct
Yes because of the reapiting "s" at the beginig"
They would probably have more modern types of slang, and instead of ink, might've used a printer. I don't know if you mean "different" physically or what's on the paper. I hope this helps. Please let me know if there is any feedback you would like to give me.