In paragraph 1 of “A Quilt of a Country,” the author uses a simile, or a comparison. She says that the United States “was built of bits and pieces … like
the crazy quilts that have been one of its great folk-art forms, velvet and calico
and checks and brocades.” What does the comparison mean about the United
States?

(01.03 mc) what does the conversation between marcus and his father reveal about their characters? a marcus doesn't agree with the regulations put in place, but his father does. b marcus's father doesn't agree with the regulations put in place, but marcus does. c marcus's father thinks the regulations provide security, and so does marcus. d marcus wants stricter regulations to be put in place, and his father agrees.

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Which theme about belonging do both of these passage suggest? people often act differently around others they are trying to impress. girls and boys react to the same situation differently. family members can be a source of embarrassment.