What does current mean in this passage

Who is ¨ the guilty party¨ at the end of the text, and how do his actions contribute to the storys theme?

Which type of character best describes odysseus ?

Which best compares the authors’ purposes in silent spring and “save the redwoods”? both authors want readers to protect human rights. both authors want readers to focus on saving trees. both authors intend to entertain readers with their essays. both authors intend to convince readers of their viewpoint.