Which statement best describes how figurative language contributes to the tone of the text?
The winter wind stole the colorful leaves off the tree, leaving behind
empty branches.
A. The personification that the tree had "empty" branches creates a
sad tone.
O B. The personification that the wind "stole" the leaves creates a
gloomy tone
C. The personification that the leaves were "colorful" creates a joyous
tone
D. The personification that the wind 'stole' the leaves creates a
happy tone

In this excerpt, romeo’s reaction to light illustrates his tiring work schedule. budding romance. gloomy mood. religious faith.

What theme is best revealed by this conflict? a.)with cooperation, crews can defeat the gods. b.)dangerous ocean travel claims many lives. c.)rest is required for all who work hard. d.)people must respect the wrath of the gods. read the excerpt from part 1 of the odyssey. now zeus the lord of cloud roused in the north a storm against the ships and driving veils of the squall moved down like night on land and sea. the bows went plunging at the gust; sails cracked and lashed outstrips in the big wind. we saw death in that fury, dropped the yards, unshipped the oars, and pulled for the nearest lee: then two long days and nights we lay offshore.

What is the main difference between hearing and listening? a) hearing is easy; listening is hard. b) hearing involves the outer ear; listening involves the inner ear. c) hearing is the physical activity; listening involves processing the information. d) none of the above