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How does kennedy describe the children who might benefit from medical space technology

Read the passage, then use the explanation to infer the meaning of the word predominant. the novel was so popular that it was eventually added to a list of books that every ninth grader had to read. it became the predominant work of literature. what is the most likely definition of the word predominant?

Attempting to transcend her condition the author tries to focus on nature as she lies limpin the dirt (lines 46-78).what does she realize about the earth and sky as she lies there