In the story above Cecelia recognizes a need in her community and steps to meet that need. Write a multi- paragraph narrative story that describes a time where you have played an important role in your community or
family. In your response be sure to include one real-life example to support your perspective.

Messalla frowns at the wide circular cover, for a moment returning to his own fussy world.

What effect is created by the plaque posted on the gate at the entrance to the family's home in nadine gordimer's "once upon a time"? the words written on the plaque offer readers a foreshadowing of the story's outcome without revealing the actual conclusion, the author's use of flashback allows readers to understand what is at the heart of the issues of encroachment in the suburban neighborhood the repetition of the words written on the plaque presents an oxymoron because readers already sense that the plaque has been ineffective in warding off intruders. the author introduces a paradox in which readers are presented with a warning notice when no actual infraction has taken place.

Thomas paine's common sense convicted colonists to