Read the excerpt from "Homesick." Chinese words don't march across flat surfaces the way ours do they drop down cliffs, one cliff after another from right to left across
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What does the figurative language in the excerpt tell readers about Chinese words?
Chinese is written in columns instead of in horizontal lines,
Chinese is a more difficult language to read than English
The rhythm of Chinese is more varied than the rhythm of English
The final syllables of Chinese words are easized the most

1. at the conclusion of chapter 13, the monster realizes that he has none of the qualities or possessions that human beings value, and so he worries the he will be forever miserable. he says, “oh, that i had for ever remained in my native wood, nor known nor felt beyond the sensations of hunger, thirst, and heat! ” this statement recalls one made by victor frankenstein in chapter 10: “if our impulses were confined to hunger, thirst, and desire, we might nearly be free; but now we are moved by every wind that blows, and a chance word or scene that that word may convey to us.” questions: what do these two statements suggest about the impact of knowledge? how do the statements affect the way readers view the monster and victor?

Which best expresses the irony present in this passage?

In at least two paragraphs, discuss the differences between the principles of republicanism and democracy. explain whether you think the united states is more of a republic or a democracy. refer to at least one example from the constitution. (10 points)