2. Which piece of evidence best demonstrates a link between brain function and kindness?
O A "We know that deciding to be generous or cooperating
with others activates an area of the brain called the
striatum. Interestingly, this area responds to things we
find rewarding" ( Paragraph 2)
OB “Of course, you don't have to scan brains to see that
kindness has this kind of benefit. Research in
psychology shows a link between kindness and well-
being throughout life, starting at a very young age." (
Paragraph 3)
OC "But why and how does kindness make us so happy?
There are a number of different mechanisms involved,
and how powerful they are in making us feel good may
depend on our personalities." ( Paragraph 4)
OD "Most people would like to think of themselves as a kind
person, so acts of kindness help us to demonstrate that
positive identity and make us feel proud of ourselves."
Paragraph 10)

1. select a book or movie that has at least one sequel. write a persuasive paragraph discussing which version you believe is better the original book or movie or the sequel. if there is more than one sequel to the original book or movie, select only one of the sequels on which to foous be sure to clearly introduce your argument use at least one ype of thetoric to persuade your reader, incilude specific details from the book or movie and address at least one counterclaim.

Read the excerpt from rena's promise: two sisters in auschwitz. “i have a favor to ask of you, andrzej . . this is very difficult for me, but i must ask. it is no longer safe in tylicz for rena. her mother and i are worried for her safety every day.” “i heard what happened last night, mr. kornreich. i understand your concern.” “i have no money to pay you for this favor.” “sir, i would not take any money from you. she is my friend since childhood. i will do whatever you ask to your daughter.” “ you.” papa paused, stroking his chin where his beard should have been. “you seem like a man of your word. if you would bring rena across the border to slovakia, her mother and i might find sleep at night.” which best summarizes the excerpt? although he does not trust andrzej, rena’s father fears for his daughter’s life and finally agrees to leave her with him. slovakia is the only safe place for the jews of europe, and andrzej has agreed to take rena there. rena’s father asks andrzej to take her to safety in slovakia, and he agrees to do so. after much deliberation, rena’s father pays a polish man to take her safely across the border to slovakia. mark this and return

As usual the nurse has trouble getting to the point what does juliet think happened before she learns the truth?