To fly
The infinitive form of the verb is the verb in its most base and original form. It is usually preceded by the word "to". The infinitive form can be used as other parts of speech besides verbs. For example, in this sentence, "to fly" is the subject of the sentence. It is used as a noun.
The transition which could replace the word thus in this sentence is definitely consequently.
Workers bravely set dangerous explosives in the mountains by hand to make passes for railroads, and consequently hundreds lost their lives.
Answer: C) by creating emotional impact
Explanation:
the answer is c because it shows
emotional impact and the question is asking
skillful rhetoric increase in writing so
the only answer that makes sense is C
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