Read the dictionary entry. Beldam-n.
1. an old, usually ugly, woman;
2. Obs. grandmother.
Origin:
1400-50; late ME
Which of these does this entry tell you about this word?
A. It was introduced in the 1500s.
B. It used to mean grandmother but no longer does.
C. The second syllable is pronounced "duhm."
D. In Middle English "bel" meant old.

How does gregor change from the beginning to the end of the story?

Before ending this lesson, take a moment to review an informative research essay you have written. you’ve probably already written a conclusion to the essay. but is it the best conclusion it can be? does it properly summarize the main subtopics of your essay? does it state in one or two sentences the “so what” of your topic. if your topic was abraham lincoln, your essay shouldn’t be just about abraham lincoln. it should answer, “so what about abraham lincoln? ” take five or ten minutes, and looking only at that single paragraph, revise your conclusion

The tone of a story is the author's attitude toward the subject. provide two examples that support the conclusion that the tone of this story is ironic.