<span>One main purpose of a colon is to
A. introduce a list.B. mark the boundaries between strong words.C. replace a question mark.D. show emphasis.</span>
Answer:C
Explanation: Rickey moves quickly and says whatever is on his mind.
Due to the many mentions of snow and frozen lake in the story, and as also stated by the line, "The railroad track ran straight as an arrow five hundred miles through the snow...", The story takes place during the Winter season of the year.
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