Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number IV.
<span>“You ought not to think an hour upon the matter, but to spring to action at once.”
</span>What is the purpose of the words “hour” and “spring”?
<span>To remind readers that they must take action immediately to succeed against the British.</span>
Answer:
Determination to succeed
Explanation:
Wilma Rudolph demonstrated the characteristics of a hero by her determination not to give up. She struggled with disabilities early in life but didn't let them get her down. She was a very honest person who worked hard to overcome great obstacles. She did her best to win the gold medals for her country.
<span>C)Heidi has piano lessons every Friday at 6 p.m.</span>
There are two participles in this sentence: 'purring' and 'whining'. A participle is used as an adjective and modifies a noun (purring cat), but it can also be used as a part of past continuous tense (was whining).