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apt comparison refers to a sensible comparison. This comparison compares two
different objects but uses appropriate way of comparing the two. Apt is
suitable for circumstances purpose. Apt came from the Latin word Aptus which
means fitting, or suitable. Thus, apt comparison is like comparing to object or
matter that is completely different but appears like they are likely the same
or appropriate.
Adverb of apt => aptly
noun of apt => aptness
Synonyms of apt:
=> liable
=> adaptable
=> relevant
=> likely
=> particularly appropriate.
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I would say it an euphemism
My answer is B.the person who tells the story
You forgot to mention that this question is about "The crucible".
Answer:
This means that your family prefers torture rather than loss of possessions.
Explanation:
Giles Corey is a farmer who has been accused of witchcraft and therefore taken to the Salem court. He denies the charges, but refuses to confess whether he is guilty or not, as this could cause his family to lose their property.
The penalty for those who refuse to confess was to be pressed with heavy stones. A form of torture whose main objective was to force the accused to confess. Corey was exposed to this type of torture and although he was badly hurt by the stones, whenever someone asked if he was ready to confess, he said "more weight", which culminated in his death. However, his family remained the owner of the property on which they lived, since the court had no evidence to confiscate the property
