Earthquakes usually happen when two tectonic plates are moving along side each other and they get stuck, when rocks move they aren't smooth so they will get stuck on each other. causing pressure to build. Eventually the rock breaks under the pressure. when the rock breaks that's when to earthquake happen <span />
The answer of this excerpt would be "<span>The author uses words, such as “valiantly,” that have strong emotional connotations of courage and respect."
Since it had a strong opening for the readers to appreciate what the American Indians fought for and what they seem to be throughout history.</span>
It should be a simile because the word 'like' is there.
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