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In this passage why does the narrator slowly build up to the moment he kills the cat

The life of the typical college student is characterized by time pent in many different areas. how can this thesis statement be improved? typical college students spend their time in numerous ways and in various areas. the life of the average college student is mostly characterized by time and work spent in many different areas. the life of the average college student is characterized by time spent in many different areas. the life of the typical college student is characterized by time spent studying, attending class, and socializing with peers.

In marigolds, which character can be described as having a laugh so loud that the great oak seemed to laugh with it?