A villain is described as a character whose evil actions or motives are important to the plot. What two characteristics of Montresor, the narrator, make him an effective villain? In a well-organized paragraph, find textual evidence to support these characteristics and explain how the evidence supports the traits you name.

Read the passage from an argumentative essay. many endangered species are currently threatened by climate change. there are some laws already in place, but are they effective enough? anyone with a conscience knows that these creatures deserve the chance to survive without outside threats impeding their survival. i suppose this is a tough decision for lawmakers, but i hope they choose wisely. which statement best evaluates the claim in the passage?