According to the selection from Life on
the Mississippi, what makes the
steamboat such a source of fascination
for the boys?
A · It is a connection to the world outside Hannibal.
B
It is a marvel of modern technology.
C
It is connected with stories of shady dealings.
D
It is accessible only to the rich and powerful.

what is a theme?

ans: the implicit idea of a written work of literature is called a theme.

so, the only theme of "birdfoot's grampa" by joseph bruchuc is that as a human being one should always remember the value of every life on earth.

the grampa is stopping the car again and again to save those little toads from washing away in the heavy rain is an act of kindness and humanity.

to show how the cables work.

it would be d because the however is more proper and the comma is placed in the right spot