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It may be difficult to tell when a story took place unless an author explicitly states it, but the presence or absence of technology can help a reader make an approximate guess as to when the story was set. If a character takes a plane ride, then the story very likely took place after World War II because commercial air travel became popular after the war. Of course, if the story mentions more recent advances like power windows or a driverless car, then it is far more recent. The absence of technology doesn't always mean that the story took place hundreds of years ago, it could just mean that mentioning technology was not necessary to tell the story.
A. a cultural movement that sought to reform society using reason
Marilyn is a good person in this story because all she wanted to do was see her brother. so she went on board of a medical ship. the ship that Marilyn when on board of, cant hold any more weight than the amount that it has already. So if the captain wants to live, and deliver the medicine to the planet, then he is going to have to throw her off the board. Marilyn does not know that though, she thinks that she will only get fined.
The answer is B. You want to know what is around you so that you can quickly find what you need.