What is the theme of "Taking the Plunge"? How does the theme emerge and develop over the course of the passage? Use evidence from the text to support your response. Your response should be at least three
complete paragraphs.

Which option best characterizes the pardon-seller?

What distinguishes the dialogue of this excerpt most clearly as a work of the postmodern era?

What is the best definition of the underlined word as it is used in the sentence? a statement of wit or amusement an expression of disapproval or condemnation a sentiment of indifference or apathy an exclamation of profound admiration or esteem