Which author established the short story as a genre with the publication of twice-told tales?
edgar allan poe
james joyce
nathaniel hawthorne
virginia wolfe

What point is the author trying to make by comparing the travel times of the first transcontinental railroad and the first transcontinental flight?

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.

If the court issues an injunction against the school's rule, will the petitioning students be glad or upset?