Answer: 2 syllables
Explanation: Using on of the 5 ways to count syllables is very helpful here are 3 ways...
1.The "Listen Method" Rules
Say the word.
How many times do you hear A, E, I, O, or U as a separate sound?
This is the number of syllables.
2.The "Chin Method" Rules
Put your hand under your chin.
Say the word.
How many times does your chin touch your hand?
This is the number of syllables.
3.The "Clap Method" Rules
Clapping may help you find syllables.
Say the word.
Clap each time you hear A, E, I, O, or U as a separate sound.
The number of claps is the number of syllables.
Answer:
option a ia the correct option
Reading the excerpt "Those who are more thrifty (as I must confess the times require) may flea the carcass; the skin of which, artificially dressed, will make admirable gloves for ladies, and summer boots for fine gentlemen."
After reading it, the conclusion is that the false premise in this excerpt is that people would be willing to use the skin of children to make clothing.
Hope this helps.
<span>The answer is:
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[C]: "A good descriptive essay includes the use of vivid imagery and figurative language."
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