Answer:
In the sentence, the narrator recounts the grandfather's notetaking most likely to Provide a contrasting image of rich and poor in his society.
Explanation:
This paragraph shows in the first lines we have a description of how the things were specifically measured and counted, this was necessary to make sure they will be enough and then in the second part we see words like free and banquet which show a great opulence totally opposite to the first part of the paragraph.
The speaker sounds disappointed, as he was so close to finally grasping but they keep leaving him. It also says he chases them madly but is unable to catch them. Showing disappoint in himself.
Answer:
C!
Explanation:
A "hook" is what draws a reader in, basically calling out to them "Read me! Read Me!"
If asked to in a professional setting they will ask