BRUTUS:
What a blunt fellow is this grown to be!
He was quick mettle when he went to school.

blunt – adj. Not smart.
mettle – n. Wit; intelligence.

Which statement paraphrases this excerpt best?

Which statement is the best summary of the theme in this passage? people almost always disappoint their family members. working hard and being honest leads to long-lasting rewards. showing strength in a crisis makes problems easier to overcome. unintentional betrayal can lead to severe consequences

How could an audio recording most likely convey the characters emotions during the scene

What do the excerpts have in common? both point out the tragic nature of situations in which children make journeys without their parents. both describe what immigrant children must do to survive when traveling to the united states. both explain why most children want to leave central america without their parents. both indicate the tragic problems and their consequences that children in central america must face.