Read the following excerpt from The American Crisis: America did not, nor does not want force; but she wanted a
proper application of that force. Wisdom is not the
purchase of a day, and it is no wonder that we should err at
the first setting off.
Which term best describes the tone of this passage?
A. Demoralized
B. Reckless
C. Incensed
D. Sensible

In hard times by charles dickens, the scene in which the characters discuss the depiction of horses on wallpaper and flowers on carpets is the author’s way of showing the absurdity of

Alittle later than his thisbe had, and he could see what surely were the tracks of a wild beast left clearly on deep dust. his face grew ashen. and when he had found the bloodstained shawl, he cried: "now this same night will see two lovers lose their lives: she was the one more worthy of long life: it's i who bear the guilt for this. which statement best describes how the order of events creates tension?

In 200 words, identify the theme of audre lorde's poem "hanging fire." support your answer with at least three examples (of your choosing) from the text.