What perspective or point of view does this multicultural story emphasize? a) the ridiculousness of trying to out-compete one of your friends b) how varying diets and habits can lead to varying strengths and weaknesses c) the usefulness of having friends when you are facing a difficulty in life d) the importance of friendship and tolerance in the midst of differences in taste and beliefs

D) the importance of friendship and tolerance in the midst of differences in taste and beliefs

the right ones are in bold.

daintly refers to the fact she was reaching for what she ate, not necessarily what she is like.

greatest charm as in she possessed (=had) the greatest charm.

pleasant (her demeanor)

speaking (of her sensibility)

dead refers to the hypothetical mouse.

bleeding refers to the hypothetical mouse.

i would have to say "a" or "d".