Nelson’s class is having a group discussion tomorrow. He is very nervous about speaking in front of the class, and would rather
just listen to everyone else. His teacher, however, has made it very clear that everyone has to contribute. Which action is the best way for Nelson to be a good participant? He should be strong and assertive so he can speak before anyone else gets a chance. He should decide on his own agenda and make sure he conveys it to the group. He should take notes as others are speaking and then find a good time to speak up. He should listen to the other participants and comment only if he has the same ideas.
The answer is "He was bad enough in all conscience, but the Devil himself could not temp him to turn slave-trader. Satirical is a synonym for sarcastic. So when the Author says that Tom Walker could not be tempted by the Devil he does not literally mean "The Devil" but he means that he is too morally upright to become a slave-trader.
