There are many two syllable words whose meaning can change depending on which syllable is stressed. For example, when the stress is on the second syllable of the word “desert” (deSERT), it is a verb meaning to abandon.
<span>Which word is a conjunction in the following sentence?
The man quickly but carefully opened the oyster’s hard shell. (1 point)
A. quickly
B. but
C. carefully
D. opened</span>
Answer:
She raises the stakes. Giving the audience someone else to care about increases the suspense level.
Explanation: