Which BEST describes how the characteristically American settings shape BOTH stories?
The settings in both stories change from the
beginning to the end, mirroring the nation's history.
The settings in both stories are integral to the
themes and characters developed.
The settings in both stories create a generic
backdrop upon which the complicated plot lines
develop.
The settings in both stories prove difficult to endure
and become a source of conflict among the
characters.

Mr. pontellier did not attend these soirée musicales. he considered them bourgeois, and found more diversion at the club. to madame ratignolle he said the music dispensed at her soirées was too "heavy," too far beyond his untrained comprehension. his excuse flattered her. but she disapproved of mr. pontellier's club, and she was frank enough to tell edna so. which statement best describes the point of view in the excerpt? the third-person point of view is voiced by an objective character in the story. the third-person point of view is voiced by a subjective character in the story. the third-person point of view is an omniscient observer. the third-person point of view is an observer with limited omniscience.

Reading critically involves reading to criticize reading many texts questioning a text talking about interests

Jason is making a list of sources for his current events report about the presidential election. he writes: magazine, newspaper, news website, book. which choice could provide the most current information? a) book b) magazine c) newspaper d) news website