Identify the diction that gives evidence of a developing conflict between the girls and the headmistress in the first scene? Springboard English 10 Page 49

the puritans believed that god had formed a unique covenant, or agreement, with them. they believed that god expected them to live according to the scriptures, to reform the anglican church, and to set a good example that would cause those who had remained in england to change their sinful ways.

his humble attitude made it easy for everyone to like him