Anthony is quite capable in all academic areas, although not particularly self-motivated. Usually, he doesn't care about his gra
des, but if there's a contest for the highest score on an assignment, he suddenly comes alive! Immediately, his habits change as he studies for hours and digs up all kinds of minor facts about the subject. This explains why he brought home a blue ribbon from the science fair, yet made a D on his regular schoolwork. Which signal word in the above paragraph contrasts Anthony's abilities with his willingness to study?
Wiesel's selfless personality can also be viewed in his close relationship with his dad; Wiesel sacrificed himself numerous times for his father and struggled greatly to keep his dad alive. He could have been like the other sons and abandon him and taken advantage of his food, instead he did the exact opposite.
