Answer:
1. and
2. but
3. since
4. although
5. but
Explanation:
not sure, but from what I've studied
<em>Personification has to with giving human attributes to non-human objects.</em> In this case, there is no such thing as a "physical heartbeat of the group." A group cannot have a heartbeat. However, figures of speech (personification is one of them) are helpful in order to effectively convey a message.
Personification helps send the reader a message that the activist group acts as one body. It lets the audience know that the activist group is united, acts as a solid community, and as one united front. Therefore, using personification creates a stronger tone that effectively conveys a message.
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<span>D. A character or story element that represents people or abstract qualities, in addition to the literal meaning. </span>