Apsu, the god of fresh water, and Tiamat, the goddess of salt water, bore a son named Lahmu and a daughter named Lahamu. These siblings bore Anshar and Kishar. Anshar was the sky god. Kishar was the earth goddess. With each successive generation, Apsu and Tiamat's offspring became more wild and unruly, yet more powerful and perfect. —"Enuma Elish,"
Early Babylonian myth

In which part of the plot sequence does this passage belong?

the beginning of the story
the middle of the story
the end of the story

Yes or no? if you are a bibliophile you probably like to read.

Read the following conclusion for an essay that claims that extreme sports should be more highly regulated because they are too dangerous: whether it is a high level of physical exertion, or extra doses of the "fear factor," it is common for extreme athletes to beat at the door of fate. it is these people who tempt their own mortality, while curious onlookers wait anxiously for the outcome, who must be protected from themselves. which statement provides the most accurate evaluation of the paragraph? a. the closing statement is unsatisfying b. the passage introduces new evidence. c. the thesis is not restated. d. the style is informal and inconsistent.

Which words best describes the speakers?