Answer: Much of the humor in Somerset Maugham's short story "The Luncheon" derives from the fact that the narrator is trying to appear sophisticated, urbane, and gallant, whereas he really can't afford to be entertaining this woman in such an expensive restaurant as Foyot's. He feels relieved initially because she tells him, "I never eat anything for luncheon," and then he is appalled when she orders some of the most expensive items the place has to offer. Maugham describes the situation in just a few words:
Explanation:
1. study
2. is known
3. will still be
4. decide to buy
5. knew
6. would not have gotten
7. must choose
8. would never have occured
9. became
10. will be produced
11. will be
12. is
Answer:
The action which is described in the poem "My father is a simple man" is a speaker and his father are walking to a town to buy a newspaper and having a discussion.
Answer:
A: Positive attitude toward Young's passion for learning.
Explanation:
Throughout the passage, Giblin speaks of Young's accomplishments with high praise (never in a negative way, like answers C & D suggest). B is also incorrect because Giblin does not <em>only</em> focus on Young's ability to learn new languages, he speaks of other things as well.
Therefore, option A is correct - Giblin shows a positive attitude toward Young's passion for learning.
Answer: The victors of war earn rewards.
Explanation:
