Then, for each passage, explain how the connotations of the words and phrases create a mostly positive or mostly negative tone. Make sure you reference specific words and phrases to support your response. Passage 1: The sailboat bobbed on the sea as the cool afternoon tide lapped at the quaint little ship.

Ronald sees that his employer's stock has grown from $20 a share to $60 a share this year, while most stocks have seen only 5% growth. his employer offers to let him convert a large portion of his salary into stock options. what is not a valid reason to turn down the stock offer? select the best answer from the choices provided. a. stocks with high returns have high volatility, and ronald's company may not grow further. b. ronald may be taxed more for capital gains than he would be for employment income. c. stock options are illiquid, and ronald may not be able to use them to pay for unexpected bills. d. ronald would be committing stock fraud if he exercises the options.

Read the excerpt from an argumentative essay on space exploration. we probably couldn’t go to all the stars because they’re too far away. it would take a long time to get there. the sentences need to be revised for this type of essay because they

Asap ! which of the items listed below are public services commonly found in societies? select all that apply law enforcement public schools grocery store public water supply