Louie was especially close to his brother, Pete, who devoted himself to Louie. If Pete hadn't been there, what do you think would have become of Louie? Does
Pete deserve credit for shaping Louie into a man who could endure and survive his
ordeal? Have you ever had a mentor? Explain the impact he or she had on your
life.

Which statement best describes the effect of the metaphor on the excerpt's meaning? o a. it compares the sloshing liquid to a river of water able to push apart the sidewalk o b. it makes the frozen crystals seem like friends to the city to contrast with what a deceitful foe they are. o c. it compares the frozen crystals to delicately lacy snowflakes having arn unexpected strength o d. it likens h20 molecules to hexagonal crystals, which are actually larger than people imagine.