Which statement describes the impact of the author’s word choice in paragraph 1? A. The author uses the word fascinating to express interest in the topic
B. The author uses the word backward to criticize mirror technology.
C. The author uses the word find to create a dark and mysterious tone
D. The author uses the word classic to contribute a hint of humor.

Modernist poets were concerned with many issues and used their poetry to express their concerns. which item from this list was not one of their concerns? a.corruption of traditional american values b.brutality of wwi c.the effects of the great depression d.crowded, crime-ridden city life e.alienation of the individual

Returning from vietnam, we were indeed given a parade. crowds of screaming people waving signs — not just on one road, one day. no, they were everywhere. every day. on the streets, on the television, on the radio. a hot, angry tangle of shaking fists and ugly words that threatened us like a monster with a hundred heads. our country had chewed us up and spit us out, and now we were being treated as if it were our fault. what is one way the author's use of language contributes to the tone of this passage? a. the use of figurative language creates a feeling of resentment. b. the phrase "hot, angry tangle" is used sarcastically to create irony. c. the word "parade" is used sarcastically to create a lighthearted mood. d. the parallelism draws attention to the confusion of those returning.

Which statement best evaluates the author's use of pacing in the passage? a. the author's use of pacing is not effective, because the imagery and figurative language don't adequately describe either the cheetah or the gazelle. b. the author's use of pacing is effective, because the imagery and figurative language speed up the action, making the scene come alive for the reader. c. the author's use of pacing is effective, because the long, complex sentences the reader fully understand the power and beauty of nature. d. the author's use of pacing is not effective, because the long, complex sentences distract from the sense of stress and anxiety the passage should convey.