Jays and catbirds quarrel constantly, and marsh-wrens keep up never-ending chatter. the word quarrel in this sentence is most likely used to a) show that they are enemies preparing for a battle. b) illustrate the irony of their presence in the swamp. c) indicate the tone and overlapping nature of their calls. d) underscore the author's contempt for these kinds of birds.

C) Indicate the tone and overlapping nature of their calls.

Explanation:

The term quarrel is defined a heated argument or disagreement.

The presence of this term in the sentence indicates how the author feels when describing the behavior of the creatures that are part of the plot. It is said to be "overlapping" since the argument between the creatures keeps happening without an explicit end.

each year on this day, i make it a point to listen to dr. martin luther king jr.’s great “i have a dream” speech. it’s electrifying every single time.

the content of dr. king’s speech, his inspiring presence, and the moment in history all came together to make the iconic “i have a dream” speech the defining moment of the american civil rights movement. but there are several other reasons why this speech, delivered over 50 years ago, remains an example of one of the best speeches in american history.

since part of my job is to people become better presenters, i’ve noticed several techniques that we can all learn from and be inspired by in this magnificent speech.

it’s anchored in a powerful related location

in most cases, you can’t handpick the spot to give a presentation, as mlk did for supreme symbolic effect when he stood on the steps of the lincoln memorial and echoed the opening words of the gettysburg address (“five score years ago . . ). but you absolutely can amplify your message by adapting it to your setting and location.

the correct answers are:

c. “never in the history of his people had a man married a woman who spoke a different tongue.”

d. “‘it has never been heard,’ was the verdict of an old man speaking a few weeks later.”

e. “this man had come with others to commiserate with okeke.”