Which statement best describes how the use of an extended metaphor supports the tone of the passage? A. The extended metaphor
of fireworks as performers creates a
celebratory tone by associating fireworks with entertaining
dancing and music.
B. The extended metaphor of fireworks as a symphony creates a
reverent tone by connecting fireworks with important, serious
music
C. The extended metaphor of fireworks as a symphony creates an
intellectual tone by linking fireworks with the idea of highly
complex music
D. The extended metaphor of fireworks as performers creates a
somber tone by comparing fireworks to a performer whose
audience has moved on.

Read the following short excerpt of student writing. use your vocabulary and grammar knowledge to determine which suggestions you would make to improve his or her grammar and word choice. i really thought she loved me but i discovered her grave betrayal one afternoon. it was easy to figure out because she accidentally sent a text to me that was meant for him. i was confused by the text because it said, "don't tell mike." i felt insulted that she thought she could get away with this infidelity. at first i felt very angry bitter and hateful but then i felt so hopeless and depressed. i longed for her to call me. i thought if i could just hear her pleasing voice, maybe then i would not be filled with such bitterness. instead of calling her i talked to another friend who is good at listening and feeling my pain. talking with her makes me feel euphoric. i think i may be on the road to recovery.what word would you suggest to replace the underlined word or words in this excerpt? instead of calling her, i talked to another friend who is (good at listening and feeling my pain). talking with her makes me feel euphoric. amorous sentimental empathetic grave

2. which of the following topics would be too broad for a speech lasting 5 to 10 minutes?

Using the library or the internet as a resource, locate and watch two different live production interpretations of act iii of our town. then, compare and contrast how the two interpretations represented the original play. did either of the interpretations make any changes to the original material? if so, how did it affect your experience as a viewer? did you interpret the characters any differently after watching the live productions? why or why not?