Read the excerpt below and answer the question. was this the face that launched a thousand ships and burnt the topless towers of ilium? which best explains how the underlined image contributes to the meaning of the passage? the “topless towers of ilium” signify the holiness of the heavens; this parallels the holy nature of faustus’s ambitions. the “topless towers of ilium” represent the walls around heaven; the significance is that faustus will not touch them, but will burn in hell. the “topless towers of ilium” were believed to be indestructible, but helen led to their ruination; this parallels faustus’s downfall. the “topless towers of ilium” give the idea that heaven will be inaccessible to faustus, because of his mistakes.

Read the excerpt from chapter 30 of the awakening. the golden shimmer of edna's satin gown spread in rich folds on either side of her. there was a soft fall of lace encircling her shoulders. it was the color of her skin, without the glow, the myriad living tints that one may sometimes discover in vibrant flesh. there was something in her attitude, in her whole appearance when she leaned her head against the high-backed chair and spread her arms, which suggested the regal woman, the one who rules, who looks on, who stands alone. what does this excerpt reveal about edna's character? edna is comfortable wearing rich fabrics such as lace and silk, and feels completely at ease at the dinner table. edna plays the role of the gracious hostess very well, but is actually isolated from her peers. edna has no patience for her guests, but rather treats them as a queen may treat her loyal subjects. edna's attitude is haughty, as required of a woman of her social stature living in new orleans.

Look at this photograph of a klondike gold rush camp. what would you find challenging about being in this type of environment? check all that apply. the extreme cold the steep climbs over the mountain the thick covering of snow the cramped living conditions the harsh winds

How is the speaker's writing assignment in "theme for english b" affected by his setting in place and time? the speaker focuses more on his fascination with music than on the core of the assignment. the speaker reflects that he has nothing in common with his instructor, who will therefore not understand his essay. the speaker has trouble with the assignment because he questions what is true about his own identity.< < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < < ,,