Which comment is about the diction of a story? A. The author's use of metaphors when describing characters allows
the reader to picture their features more vividly.
B. The author's building of characters through action allows the
reader to guess at their personalities.
C. When an author ends a story at the climax, the reader feels lost
and frustrated
D. When the author provides little exposition and conflict at the
beginning of a story, the reader can easily get bored.

No man thinks more highly than i do of the patriotism, as well as abilities, of the very worthy gentlemen who have just addressed the house. what appeal does he primarily use here?

June and sylvio speak to mr. teller in the driveway of their farmhouse. it is raining hard, and they all carry umbrellas. a dog sits on the steps of the house. june: we didn’t think you’d be coming back for the puppy. mr. teller: i said i would when i dropped the puppy off. sylvio: yes, but that was months ago. we thought you’d be back for the puppy in a couple days. now she’s a full-grown dog. we have raised her ourselves, we built her her own doghouse, and we love her. mr. teller: but she’s my dog. i only dropped her off at your house for safekeeping since i had to go out of town on business. now i’m back and i want my dog back. what is the setting of this play? a basket a farm a doghouse a trip

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