The author's use of alliteration to make the reader take notice is best illustrated in which of the following excerpts from "the three strangers"?
a.
"the shepherd filled and handed him a new clay pipe, saying …"
b.
"the sad wan light revealed the lonely pedestrian to be a man of supple frame; …"
c.
"meanwhile the general body of guests had been taking little notice …"
d.
"… resulted in the opinion that it was as cosy and comfortable a nook as could be wished for …"
"the three strangers," thomas hardy, 1883

Lots of elementary school kids play sports after school. they play soccer, tennis, football, baseball, and even lacrosse. but i think that another great way to spend the afternoon is by playing a non-physical activity: chess. at our school we have a chess club that meets every week to play games and to learn about chess-related issues. chess is a wonderful game for many reasons. chess teaches students to be patient and not rush decisions. chess also teaches students how to strategize their future plans. and finally, chess teaches students the importance and necessity of sacrifice. chess can teach students just as much as any other sport. which sentence could best be added to this paragraph as a supporting detail? a) chess is not as fun as playing a sport outdoors might be. b) my father is very good at chess and plays a game with me every night. c) chess teaches students to think ahead about the consequences of their actions. d) other activities that are as fun as chess are painting, drawing, dancing, and acting.