Read the sentence from chapter 13 of The Awakening. The shadows lengthened and crept out like stealthy, grotesque monsters across the grass.
Which best describes the underlying tone connotated by the words in this sentence?
indifferent
foreboding
angry
romantic

Myths often function as a connection to the , or the customs and beliefs, of a group of people.

How does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smily? a) it characterizes smily as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smily as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smily as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smily as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.

Read the passage below and answer the question. the old man was known for his probity. he was considered incorruptible. using context clues, how would you define the meaning of the word probity in the passage? curiosity drunkenness integrity corruptibility