Plot-driven stories place a larger emphasis on the actual plot itself. Factors such as plot twists, action and external conflict are what make up the focus of this style of writing.
It is a claim. Kennedy is claiming that the space program contributes to the strength of the nation.
Percy Jackson guess's Mr. D's identity because Mr. D keeps trying to conjure up wine but it turns to soda instead. Also, Annabeth tells Percy that it is Dyonisus.
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A shriveled rose
This being that because the rose is dying (this is only one perspective)