One meaning of insolent is "insulting, rude or contemptuous." Based on this definition, what is the most likely definition of insolence?

full of respect

being disrespectful

apologizing for being rude

having a civil attitude

The speaker in the “to a mouse” regrets that the mouse runs away so fast because the

Read the excerpt from infinite jest 'my application's not bought," i am telling them, calling into the darkness of the red cave that opens out before closed eyes. 'tam not just a boy who plays tennis. i have an intricate history. experiences and feelings. i'm complex. "read,' i say. 'i study and read. i bet i've read everything you've read. don't think i haven't. i consume libraries. i wear out spines and rom-drives. i do things like get in a taxi and say, "the library, and step on it." my instincts concerning syntax and mechanics are better than your own, i can tell, with due respect. the theme suggested by the excerpt is about a. being understood b. the value of education c. wisdom versus foolishness d. learning responsibility

Which of the following best describes a writing style authors use to convey a satirical tone?