Checkers grabbed the stick from the ground and planted his left front leg in the soggy turf, skidding to a stop. Then off he went, a bolt of lightning flashing
toward Brian's back porch.
A. The metaphor comparing the ground to soggy turf shows that it has
been raining.
B. The simile of Checkers returning the stick shows that he is obedient.
C. The simile comparing Checkers to lightning suggests that he is very
quick
D. The metaphor comparing Checkers to lightning suggests that he is fast.

Which two statements are the most likely interpretations of macbeth's behavior in act iii's banquet scene?

Read the excerpt from chapter 30 of the awakening. the golden shimmer of edna's satin gown spread in rich folds on either side of her. there was a soft fall of lace encircling her shoulders. it was the color of her skin, without the glow, the myriad living tints that one may sometimes discover in vibrant flesh. there was something in her attitude, in her whole appearance when she leaned her head against the high-backed chair and spread her arms, which suggested the regal woman, the one who rules, who looks on, who stands alone. what does this excerpt reveal about edna's character? edna is comfortable wearing rich fabrics such as lace and silk, and feels completely at ease at the dinner table. edna plays the role of the gracious hostess very well, but is actually isolated from her peers. edna has no patience for her guests, but rather treats them as a queen may treat her loyal subjects. edna's attitude is haughty, as required of a woman of her social stature living in new orleans.

Reread lines 6-7 "the survivor." determine how the tone of these differs from the preceding lines (1-5)