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Which statement best summarizes the author’s claim?

Realism was a fairly influential and widespread literary movement in the united states in the latter half of the nineteenth century. which american writer is among the pioneers of american realism? a. ernest hemingway b. f. scott fitzgerald c. j. d. salinger d. mark twain

Have you ever felt like the person in this image during a speech or presentation? list four or five things this person can do to be a more effective listener.