What is most likely the symbolic meaning of sand in this passage? i bent down to scoop a handful of the warm sand. immediately, it started pouring from the gaps between my fingers. i squeezed tighter, but that forced out even more sand. no matter how many times i scooped up another handful, it ran out of my clasp, blown ahead by the wind. a. the desire for wealth b. the passing of time c. the loss of a loved one d. the struggle against nature

Which of the following was an economic event that led to an expansion of voting rights in the us? a) the panic of 1819 b) the war of 1812 c) the campaign of 1828 d) the “corrupt bargain” of 1824

Which of the following best demonstrate a strong conflict? a. catherine enjoyed painting, and was able to practice her art every tuesday. b. leanne loved camping, but it was a lot of work. she had to start gathering her supplies weeks before the big trip. c. kate wanted to be a fitness instructor. she worked hard to become a certified aerobics teacher. d. russell knew that if he did not get a good grade on his test, then he would fail the class and not be allowed to graduate.

Why do you think both wiesel and solzhenitsyn speak of the importance of telling the truth?