Which best explains why the sheepdog becomes a more interesting character than the shepherd?
select all that apply.

question 7 options:

the narrator reveals the thoughts of the dog; the shepherd’s thoughts are never revealed

the dog is more in tune with the atmosphere being developed in the scene than the shepherd is.

the dog interacts directly with other characters in the scene; the shepherd does not interact with others.

the dog is more critical to the progress of the sheep through the scene than the shepherd is.

the narrator uses an affectionate tone to describe the dog’s behavior; the shepherd is defined through a less personal tone

question 8 (1 point)
which best explains the effect of the absence of dialogue in the passage?

question 8 options:

it suggests a hidden tension that is reinforced by the imagery of the immense wave.

it reflects the apparent lack of conflict among the few characters that are named.

it elevates the importance of the locale by keeping the characters in the background.

it heightens interest in the plot by developing suspense about the future.

question 9 (1 point)
this question is a two-part question.

part 1
which word best describes the overall mood created in the passage?

question 9 options:

sympathetic

peaceful

cheerful

optimistic

question 10 (1 point)
this question is a two-part question.

part 2
which sentence from the passage best supports the answer to part 1?

question 10 options:

“now the leaping, glittering sea was so bright it made one’s eyes ache to look at it.”

“the breeze of morning lifted in the bush and the smell of leaves and wet black earth mingled with the sharp smell of the sea.”

“then something immense came into view; an enormous shock-haired giant with his arms stretched out.”

“the big bush-covered hills at the back were smothered.”

question 11 (1 point)
how will the excerpt most likely contribute to the development of the plot of the short story?

question 11 options:

by describing the climax and the events that lead to the resolution

by establishing the setting as a backdrop for the events of the plot

by foreshadowing the events that will happen later in the plot

by introducing the conflict between the narrator and the other characters

question 12 (1 point)
which comment on life is best expressed through the narrator’s experience in the passage?

question 12 options:

close observation reveals the beauty and charm in ordinary events

contemplation of nature requires the absence of sound and activity

rural living promotes the development of close connections to a community

time goes by rapidly when circumstances are agreeable and pleasant