3) the frequency of this has had the effect to establish among the slaves the maxim, that a still tongue makes a wise head.
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what does the word maxim in sentence three mean?
a) a truth
b) intolerance
c) an unfair law
d) misunderstanding

A) a truth  

Explanation:

A maxim refers to a statement that indicates a general truth or or rule of behavior. Thus, the expression means that it is reasonable not to speak.

The rest of the options are incorrect because intolerance involves the reluctance to accept other beliefs or views; an unfair law concerns a law that is not based the principles of justice and impartiality; and a misunderstanding deals with the failure to interpret something correctly.

answer: b (host)

viruses use the cells of living organisms to reproduce. the cell which is used by virus is called as "host cell". it is a living cell in which virus multiplies, example bacteria, plant or an animal cell.

in this, the virus is a parasite, which uses host cell for its benefit (reproduction) by using the cell machinary of host cell.

sugar had three primary uses in ancient india. it was used in religious rituals, consumed as a snack, and considered a type of medicine.