The incorrect usage of the singular possessive is found in the following option:
A. Icarus's fate was sealed when he approached the sun.
The problem is that it should be "Icarus' " - if the word ends with "s", you just add the apostrophe, not an additional S. (actually this is disputed, but it's the only problematic option among the options given)
This organizational<span> pattern </span>is<span> most effective when </span>used<span> on short essays</span>
Answer:
C. Generous.
Explanation:
The word 'altruistic' is an adjective that defines the quality of someone who is self-less and thinks more about others over one's own gain or advantage.
In the given passage, the correct word which defines the term 'altruistic' is generous. The word 'generous' correctly fits the sentence. And, the remaining part of the sentence also helps to know that the term is trying to define the 'generosity of the person. The words like <em>'always giving money or things to local charities' </em>also adds to the term.
Thus the correct word for 'altruistic' is <em>generous </em>(C).
Answer: A symbol that relates to a particular country or region B) A commonly accepted symbol C) A symbol used to represent organizations or institutions D) A symbol that stands for people 2. To interpret an ongoing storm in a story as a symbol of despair, a reader must A) make an association between elements of the story. B) examine the story’s conflict.
Explanation:
Answer: To persuade colonists that the colonies should become independent.
Explanation:
Paine used plain language that spoke to the common people of America and he was the first person to openly ask for independence from Great Britain.