Answer:
With no doubt, the correct answer is:
Hail pelted the roof.
Explanation:
Answer: D. to inform readers about Blair's apology
Explanation:
The article excerpt provides information about Blair's apology in an unbiased way, meaning that it doesn´t intend to convince the reader of whether an apology was in order or not.
Option A is incorrect because the idea that British diplomats had allegedly been working non-stop is how Blair, and not the article, intends to persuade people not to blame them. Option B is incorrect because the article doesn´t ask or even hint for people to help British survivors. Option C is incorrect because the article is not meant to explain why Britons were deserted, but to inform how Blair considers they were not deserted at all.
Answer:
The beginning lines contribute to Beowulf's characterization as a hero because he vows justice and revenge. Beowulf wants Grendel to pay therefore, he appears ready to confront him. In addition, the lines highlight that Beowulf is capable of handling the monster. According to the text, The Weders avenged (woes had they suffered) supports his readiness to face Grendel.
Explanation:
Answer:
1. <u>School should help you question your beliefs</u>.
- * "Now I understand that one of the important reasons for ... getting an education is to learn that the things you've believed in all your life aren't true."
2. <u>The most meaningful gift is showing that you care</u>.
- * "There are a lot of people who will give money or materials, but very few who will give time and affection."
3. <u>Progress is based on the work of others</u>.
- * "No one really starts anything new, Mrs. Nemur. Everyone builds on other men's failures. There is nothing really original in science."
Explanation:
Daniel Keyes' "Flowers for Algernon" revolves around the story of how a young man who is mentally handicapped was able to become intelligent through surgery. This science fiction novel explores the themes of the human life cycle, the limits of science, and the importance of knowledge over happiness.
1. The theme of questioning one's beliefs through the school or education system is shown in the quote about<em> "getting an education is to learn that the things you've believed in all your life aren't true"</em>.
2. The theme of care as the most meaningful gift is expressed in the quote about people who give money or material things but<em> "very few who will give time and affection"</em>.
3. And the theme of progress is based on the work of others is shown in the quote <em>"Everyone builds on other's failures"</em>.
