Effective writing relies on grammar and vocabulary, not fancy technology. b The most compelling stories come from observation, not inspiration. c True writers understand that writing is a form of play, not work. d The primary purpose of writing is communication, not self-expression. e The key to success as a writer is consistent effort, not inherent ability.

What does the candle symbolize in this excerpt from leo tolstoy’s the death of ivan ilyich? “when i am not, what will there be? there will be nothing. then where shall i be when i am no more? can this be dying? no, i don’t want to! ” he jumped up and tried to light the candle, felt for it with trembling hands, dropped candle and candlestick on the floor, and fell back on his pillow. a. ivan ilyich’s shallow lifestyle b. ivan ilyich’s troubled conscience c. ivan ilyich’s murky past d. ivan ilyich’s approaching death