What is meant by “tone” in literature? a. the author’s diction and bias revealed through word choice b. the personality a reader can sense behind the author’s words c. the identification of who is telling the story in a narrative d. the attitude of the author, narrator, or speaker toward the subject or the reader select the best answer from the choices provided

Constructed response paragraph: after reading “the case for short words,” do you think the author makes a convincing case that short words are effective? explain your answer and support it with evidence from the selection.

Marvell's poem is in fact an argument consisting of three logically related points. in at least 150 words, identify each point and trace the speaker's argument from proposition to conclusion. you may find it to identify the transitional word or phrase that marks the beginning of each part of the argument. support your analysis of the argument with details from the poem.

When you wear your earbuds while working out, your sweat damages them and they die sooner