Explain why mr. shiftlet is able to get what he wants from mr. crater. What traits make him a good con artist? what makes mrs. crater the perfect victim for this kind of deception? cite evidence to support response.

Describe thomas jefferson purpose for writing the declaration of independence.then analyze how his use of pathos develop this purpose. be sure to use specific details from the text to support your ideas.

"this year she had the extra joy of showing it to her small brother, and of terrifying him as well as herself. when they had done this many times they came back to the house to tell everybody that they had done it. he boasted. she mocked. they squabbled." how does julia feel about her little brother? does she love him? hate him? find him an annoyance? be sure you read what is implied by their reactions to each other.

What is the main source of conflict in this passage? lee grew up near the old-growth forest. she loved wandering the trails and looking at the natural beauty around her. but the city council recently approved plans to cut down the forest in order to build a shopping center and apartment buildings. the council believed the development would create new jobs and provide more affordable housing. lee was upset when she heard about the plans to destroy her beloved forest, and she vowed to do something to save it.