Answer and Explanation:
The author clearly uses a third-person point of view, which can be seen due to the lack of first person pronouns. Whether his point of view is limited or omniscient, however, is impossible to tell just from this part. This passage focuses solely on Mina, and even with her the narrator is not revealing any thoughts. As for creating interest in the story, the author introduces a conflict right from the start: the mysterious red box at Mina's feet. This event makes readers curious as to who left it there and why, and what the box contains.
Answer:
B. Two contradictory things simultaneously
Explanation:
In "1984" people in the society would be subconsciously aware of a fact, but would bury this reality with a contradictory thought. They would still be aware deep down, but not on the surface, which allowed them to follow and believe in their leader ignorantly.
Cornerstone for me is a 7/10 and the other one a for sure 9/10 :)
d.character versus society
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