The answer is B. Hopes this helps.
The answer that best completes the statement above is the second option. Regarding the strong connection and attachment that Major Ballou has to for his family, his service as a soldier can be described as an act of PATRIOTISM. Hope this answer helps.
What is the purpose of paragraph 5’s discussion of the name “Dillingham”?
It acts as a symbol of their decreasing wealth.
It shows that they do not like their last name.
It shows that last names are not important.
It shows that Jim comes from a wealthy family but is not worthy of the family name.
Answer:
It acts as a symbol of their decreasing wealth.
Explanation:
According to paragraph 5 from the excerpt, the purpose of the discussion of the name “Dillingham” is that it acts as a symbol of the family's decreasing wealth.
Based on the excerpt, the family were once well-to-do but circumstances made them lose much of their fortune and go on a downward spiral.
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