1. clever a er
b. more

2. polluted
a. er
b. more

3. innocent
a. er
b. more

4. healthy
a. er
b. more

5. valuable
a. er
b. more

Theme is question 26 options: the way the story is presented. overarching ideas that are presented in the story. the author�s message that he or she is communicating to readers. the way the story makes the reader feel.

Whats the importance of gaining a general understanding of and interpretation of the work of literature. explain what the importance is to me

1. the group spurned the newcomer and accepted him gladly.