Refer to explorations in literature for a complete version of this story. read this excerpt from "after twenty years." there was now a fine, cold drizzle falling, and the wind had risen from its uncertain puffs into a steady blow. which statement best explains o. henry’s choice to set the story on a cold, dark, rainy night? a.) it explains why bob does not recognize his friend jimmy when he talks to the policeman. b.) it demonstrates o. henry’s deep understanding of what life is like in new york city. c.) it emphasizes how the weather patterns in new york city can affect peoples’ lives. d.) it shows that bob and jimmy might not be able to meet because of inclement weather.

Reading a stream of consciousness narrative is like reading a journal that is unedited and unorganized. reading a book that is based on facts. reading something that is clear and easy to understand.

Which statement best evaluates the author's use of pacing in the passage? a. the author's use of pacing is not effective, because the imagery and figurative language don't adequately describe either the cheetah or the gazelle. b. the author's use of pacing is effective, because the imagery and figurative language speed up the action, making the scene come alive for the reader. c. the author's use of pacing is effective, because the long, complex sentences the reader fully understand the power and beauty of nature. d. the author's use of pacing is not effective, because the long, complex sentences distract from the sense of stress and anxiety the passage should convey.

For the module essay you will write four paragraphs. • in paragraph 1, state one theme a reader can find in twelfth night and explain why it is good advice for the characters in the story • in paragraph 2, describe an event in the play, and explain how one of the characters' actions illustrates the theme • in paragraph 3. describe another event in the play, and explain how one of the characters' actions illustrates the theme • in paragraph 4. restate the theme, and explain why it is good advice for the reader and ons and you may write about either of the following themes (choose only one) • true love with a little from fortune triumphs over man's folly • troubles come and go don't take things too seriously