An element of a national mythology is that it highlights the nation's values and ideals. How is this reflected in “Rip Van Winkle”?

Select the two correct answers.

Rip is characterized negatively due to his laziness and inability to support his family.

The village where Rip lives represents the hardworking, diverse communities that make up young America.

The characters demonstrate self-awareness by acknowledging their weaknesses and working toward improvement.

Rip’s positive attitude and generosity are highlighted in the story.

How does it change your understanding of the laws to read them as a primary source rather than just a summary of laws?

Based on the map, which arabian city will marco polo describe after kalhat if he continues northwest across the arabian sea?

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?