C. Melville is symbolizing the inflexible nature of Ahab's character.
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A. Before the salutation.
While the answer says <em>before</em> the salutation, I would say include it in the salutations.
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Try talking it out with them. Suggest alternatives. Explain why you disagree with their decision in a respect manner. If none of that works, well...I guess you'll have to change schools. But it won't be <em>all </em>bad. You might meet new people and learn new things! New opportunities.
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