The point of view in the excerpt allows the reader to 1. know Hyde's thoughts directly.

2. predict an action that Hyde will take.

3. know Lanyon's thoughts directly

4. learn something that Lanyon does not know.

The brother of a presidential candidate writes an editorial in which he defends this candidate against charges of corruption. in such a circumstance, it is most appropriate for the reader to a) suspect that the candidate may have been framed. b) consider whether the candidate has the best family or not. c) wonder if the writer may be biased, due to his family connection. d) wonder if the writer may be inaccurate, due to wanting to get people to read his column. \