The correct answer is option d: merchants
In grammar rules, an antecedent can be identified in a sentence because it is later replaced by a pronoun. An antecedent also refers in a sentence to something that happened in the past.
In the sentence provided as an example, the Venetian 'merchants' is the noun that is later replaced by its respective pronoun (theirs). The verb brought also tells us it was something that happened in the past.
Answer:
Portia's opening line describes mercy is forgiving, generous and godlike quality.
Explanation:
- She conveys the idea that mercy is a tender and noble feeling, and mercy must come directly from one's heart.
- It blesses those who show mercy, which not only makes them feel good, but also brings heavenly rewards.
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When someone wants to exact revenge, but opts for mercy, he displays divine,God-like attributes.
- Portia is referred to as an upright, noble benevolent lady, but close reading of the play shows she is a proud,cunning woman.Her best qualities are her logic and intelligence.
- These efforts however, have no effect on Shylock.
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Answer:
According to many people, organic food is healthier
because it does not contain the residue of pesticides.
However, numerous food scientists say that studies
have not proven that organic food is healthier. Furthermore
scientific studies have never conclusively linked pesticides
consumed on fruits and vegetables with cancer in humans.
Explanation:
First let us analyze two parts of this paragraph. First part praises organic food stating its positive health impacts and lack of pesticides. Second part does the opposite; it quotes scientific studies stating that there are no proves for claiming that organic food is healthier or that the pesticides cause cancer. Since these two parts are stating opposite things, we need to use opposing linkage such as <em>however</em>. The second part consists of two sentences which both gives us counterclaims for the first part. Since the second claim explains the first more clearly, giving us more details about it, here we need to use <em>furthermore</em>.
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5. Jack's first days in the infantry were grueling.
6. The presence of certain bacteria in our bodies is one of the factors that determines our overall health.
7. Leah is the only one of the many applicants who has the ability to step into this job.
8. Neither the explorer nor his companions were ever seen again.
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