Answer:
A
Explanation:
Humans and other living things are characters. People aren't the only characters, and not only animals are characters neither.
Answer:
The answer are the words "stalk and defenseless."
Explanation:
The words that make it obvious how the author feels about the birds are stalk and defenseless because the author is describing how the fish in the lake fall victim to the birds. It seems the author does not like the birds for their instinct to stalk their prey by watching the fish in the lake closely. The author seems dismayed that it would only take the ospreys a moment to catch the fish who have no way to defend themselves against the birds.
The correct option is B. Inform the reader about the various ways people reacted to the plague.
Options A, C and E are incorrect because they state that the author is trying to persuade the audience. This text is merely informative, it presents the facts and provides examples in a very objective way. It doesn't include adjectives describing feelings, personal opinions or phrases which try to convince the reader.
Option D. is wrong because the text is not about how people survived the plague but how they react in different ways in that context.
Answer: A. Producers are often trying to persuade you of things that might not be good for you.