In which sentence is the word but used as a preposition? a. we would like to visit the grand canyon, but our vacation time is up. b. none but the brave shall enter in. c. children should be seen but not heard. d. john liked baseball but not football.

Which techniques best describe the tone the author is using in this passage? o a. confusion and curiosity o b. jokes and humor o c. sarcasm and mockery o d. sadness and regret

What is the main source of conflict in this passage? lee grew up near the old-growth forest. she loved wandering the trails and looking at the natural beauty around her. but the city council recently approved plans to cut down the forest in order to build a shopping center and apartment buildings. the council believed the development would create new jobs and provide more affordable housing. lee was upset when she heard about the plans to destroy her beloved forest, and she vowed to do something to save it.

What is meant by “eternally burning black pipes”? what is this implying about the personality of the firemen?