Question

40 POINTS.... YOU WILL BE REPORTED IF YOU DON'T TAKE TIME AND ARE'NT SURE ABOUT YOUR ANSWER.

Answer 1

Which line from the text implies that the men were unlikely friends? (5 points)
"even resisted the calls of business" this line means they did not want to do business together, so they were unlikely friends.
Which line from the text describes the positive feelings the men had about the walks? (5 points)
"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. 
 

Answer 2

Answer: "What these two could see in each other"

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.