The answer to your question is A, <span>His lack of respect for Ralph and the rules pit the boys against each other.</span>
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Some of the questions are unclear.
4. ... money in my pocket because I am afraid <u>of losing it. </u>
5. ... finish on time <u>in spite of</u> our best efforts.
6. Help <u>yourself </u>to some cookies!
7. Helen's never late so she<u> must </u>be held up in traffic.
8. Randy succeeded<u> in qualifying</u> for the 100 m sprint.
9. Northern Europe's economies are heavily<u> dependent on</u> natural resources.
10.<u> At first I</u> didn't look forward to exercising at the gym, but now I really enjoy it.
11. If you'd been more attentive, you <u>would have heard</u> what the teacher was saying.
12. As soon as Sarah<u> comes </u>in, ask her to help you.
In today's society, literary devices are constantly used to persuade people. Numerous authors and other writers use literary terms to get you thinking and to get your attention. Writers do this by using literary devices, mainly the simile and hyperbole, to help persuade and warn the audience about their livelihood.
I think they are right ........