A grim specter has crept upon us almost unnoticed, and this imagined tragedy may easily become a stark reality we all shall know. (a) A specter is a source of terror or dread. Why might Carson have chosen to use this word in the last sentence of the excerpt?
(b) What mood does this word choice create?
In Silent Spring

Answer in a complete paragraph (at least five sentences) using rare (restate the question, answer the question, reason why, evidence to support). be sure to use correct capitalization and punctuation. the importance of being earnest presents characters who live for one thing and one thing only—to do whatever will bring them pleasure. what message does the play get across regarding the pursuit of pleasure? is this message positive or negative? give specific examples from the play to support your response. respond in a complete paragraph.