1. In "The Transaction," what is William Zinsser's viewpoint on writing as a career? What details does he use to support this point of view? Be sure to use specific details from the text to support your ideas and include an introductory sentence, precise language, a formal style, and a concluding statement. (15 points)

In about two hundred words, explain how the literary devices used in the novel convey theme.

4. at the conclusion of frankenstein, robert walton has an encounter with the monster, who arrives after victor frankenstein has died. perhaps surprisingly, the monster mourns his creator and expresses remorse over the fate that victor suffered. the monster pledges to destroy himself and then departs, disappearing as he goes further north. how does the monster’s behavior and attitude in this part of the novel affect the way readers view him? is he sympathetic? is he more hateful because it is only after victor has died that he relents? how does the change in the monster fit with the theme of duality in the novel?

Nthe final analysis, the government has not done enough to protect the endangered species of the rain forest. in the passage above, the transition in the final analysis is used to