Why does poe choose to begin the second stanza with the first line, "ah, distinctly i remember, it was in the bleak december"? a) in order to ensure that the reader is informed of the precise setting of events. b) in order to ensure that the reader is appraised of the mental state of the raven. c) in order to ensure that the reader is informed that all of the events in this poem are taking place now. d) in order to ensure that the reader is informed that the events in this poem took place at some time in the past.

Which lines spoken by romeo in act iii, scene i of romeo and juliet best support the inference that romeo desires future peace between the montagues and capulets? check all that apply. abc romeo: tybalt, the reason that i have to love thee doth much excuse the appertaining rage to such a greeting; villain am i none, romeo: i do protest i never injur'd thee, but love thee better than thou canst devise, romeo: draw, benvolio; beat down their weapons, gentlemen, for shame, forbear this outrage! romeo: alive! in triumph! and mercutio slain! away to heaven, respective lenity, and fire-ey'd fury be my conduct now! romeo: this day's black fate on more days doth depend; this but begins the woe others must end.

Which resource is most useful for finding the correct spelling of words?

Which event causes this exchange between abigail and proctor