The expression "her heart was throbbing" implies that her heart was ultimately beating or pounding. It is to beat rapidly or violently. In simpler words, it just means that her heart was beating fast due to an emotional outburst. Hope this answers your question. Have a great day!
The answer is D. A symbol is an ordinary object that takes on significance outside itself and stands for something greater.
A symbol is something in the novel, that doesn't necessarily have to be big or directly related to the main character, but always stands for something greater.
Can you send a picture? I need more information about the article but I am pretty sure that it is A) the French invasion of Germany.
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The story, 'The Last Lesson' has been set in the background of the Franco-Prussian war that was fought in 1870-71 between Prussia and France. The Prussians captured the districts of Alsace and Lorraine. New orders were issued according to which German language was to be taught in place of French in these two districts. It doesn’t have anything to do with World War l or ll so it have to be A) or D). The Germans didn’t invade Alsace, the Prussians did so D) can’t be it. The only answer left is A) so you’re answer would have to be A).
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basically what answer C is saying is that "Are you afraid to perform this act and take the blame for your actions? Knowing that this is what will help you to obtain the throne."