<span>Which line from the text implies that the men were unlikely friends? (5 points) </span><span>"even resisted the calls of business" this line means they did not want to do business together, so they were unlikely friends. </span><span>Which line from the text describes the positive feelings the men had about the walks? (5 points) </span><span>"It was a nut to crack for many, what these two could see in each other." The men had a positive feeling because they saw great things in each other. </span>
Explanation: This line expresses that they saw something good in each other, even though others did not understand what or why they enjoyed about each other's company.
Answer: "[T]he two men put the greatest store by these excursions."
Explanation: This text addresses the theme of appearances. Although they appeared to not enjoy their weekly weeks, they valued their strolls very much. The ongoing theme is that appearances belie reality.