Jacob was in trouble. He was arrested for robbery, and was now a defendant in a trial. If found guilty, he could spend 15 years in jail”. Using context clues, please explain the word “defendant”.

How do i can change this sentence : a modern physician in a small town not only is proficient in general medicine but surgery as well. to parallel structure?

What point of view is expressed by judith sargent murray in her essay "on the equality of the sexes"?

What is the effect of narrator's word choice on the tone of this passage? the words "my heart shrank within itself" create a fearful tone. the words "better-omened" set a hopeful tone. the words "wounded his fellow" develop a remorseful tone. the words "struck harsh upon my ears" suggest an irritated tone.