How does the setting in Passage 1 MOST influence the conclusion of the story?
The Twelve Labors of Clifton
The setting near the beach helps Clifton
complete his final task.
The setting in the outdoors gives Clifton an
opportunity to do many chores.
When Clifton's parents said he could
spend the summer with Aunt Bess in
Florida, he was thrilled, imagining three
glorious months at the beach learning
how to surf! But as soon as he arrived,
Aunt Bess handed him a list of twelve
chores, a crafty smile playing on her lips.
"No surfing until every task is done," she
insisted. Instantly, Clifton was back in his
literature classroom, studying about
Greek mythology and reading about the
backbreaking twelve labors of Hercules.
He sat and listened as the class
discussed the nearly impossible
The setting in the summer allows Clifton's
love of surfing to be revealed.
The setting near the house reveals Clifton's
ability to communicate with animals.