Special was replaced with the word precious. how does the connotation of the word precious affect the tone of this paragraph— “the sword was passed down from one generation to the next, and as the eldest child, i was the one in line to inherit the special heirloom.” the choices area) it emphasizes that the sword is the rightful property of lord corlissa"s family. b)it suggests that greadt rewards await the hero who retrieves the sword. c)it highlights the sadness lord corliss felt at losing the sword and this father d)it streses the personal value of the sword to lord corliss and his family

Identify the gerund phrase, the subject of the verb can be. a) eating ice cream on a hot summer day can be a messy experience. b) eating ice cream on a hot summer day can be a messy experience. c) eating ice cream on a hot summer day can be a messy experience. eliminate d) eating ice cream on a hot summer day can be a messy experience.

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Read the excerpt from president franklin roosevelt's "day of infamy" speech. which sentence shows his use of ethos? japan has, therefore, undertaken a surprise offensive extending throughout the pacific area. the facts of yesterday and today speak for themselves. the people of the united states have already formed their opinions and well understand the implications to the very life and safety of our nation. as commander in chief of the army and navy i have directed that all measures be taken for our defense. but always will our whole nation remember the character of the onslaught against us. no matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the american people in their righteous might will win through to absolute victory.