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Darina [25.2K]
2 years ago
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Which is the best explanation of the name “Dillingham"?

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1 answer:
mixer [17]2 years ago
8 0

What is the purpose of paragraph 5’s discussion of the name “Dillingham”?

It acts as a symbol of their decreasing wealth.

It shows that they do not like their last name.

It shows that last names are not important.

It shows that Jim comes from a wealthy family but is not worthy of the family name.

Answer:

It acts as a symbol of their decreasing wealth.

Explanation:

According to paragraph 5 from the excerpt, the purpose of the discussion of the name “Dillingham” is that it acts as a symbol of the family's decreasing wealth.

Based on the excerpt, the family were once well-to-do but circumstances made them lose much of their fortune and go on a downward spiral.

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