‘“it is painfully clear this slaughter was perpetrated by a force that holds zero regard for the value of life.”’ (paragraph 4) explain the irony in this statement and how it contributes to the article’s use of satire. (article title) (natural selection kills 38 quadrillion organisms in bloodiest day yet)

"this year she had the extra joy of showing it to her small brother, and of terrifying him as well as herself. when they had done this many times they came back to the house to tell everybody that they had done it. he boasted. she mocked. they squabbled." how does julia feel about her little brother? does she love him? hate him? find him an annoyance? be sure you read what is implied by their reactions to each other.

Amanda bought a prom dress which she considered the most beautiful dress ever made. adjective clause: word(s) modified:

If this were a fictionalized account, instead of a memoir, which might be the opening sentence? a) i am not your prisoner. b) i find myself in prison. c) you have taken me prisoner. d) black hawk had been taken prisoner.