Which statements from “On Becoming an Inventor” are facts? "I was intimidated by the huge buildings devoted to these studies."
"I also enlarged my mother's kitchen and pantry."
"Then Bart went off to college and I had use of the rest of the basement."
“They were treasures!”
“Everyone wanted to buy a box that could connect to their stereo to create new light and sound effects.”
“Not only was this invention used in theaters, but it was sold to the Museum of Natural History and the New York Planetarium to project views of the heavens on the ceiling.”

Which of the following best explains why the author chose the compare-and-contrast structure for paragraph 2

Satire can best be defined as the literary form or technique in which and are used to criticize one's vices.

Which statement best describes how the first-person narration in fever 1793 engages readers? mattie's perspective on the city of philadelphia gives readers an understanding of why some residents are leaving for the country. mattie's perspective on the state of her family's business gives readers an understanding of the responsibility she feels. mattie's perspective on her grandfather's strong-headed opinions gives readers an understanding of the influence he has on her. mattie's perspective on the events of 1793 gives readers an understanding of the experiences and uneasiness of the time.