The pines are widely distributed throughout the northern hemisphere, and include about 80 distinct species with over 600 varieties. the species enumerated here are especially common in the eastern part of the united states, growing either native in the forest or under cultivation in the parks. the pines form a very important class of timber trees, and produce beautiful effects when planted in groups in the parks.

which strategy does the author use in his choice of language to convey his message?
facts and statements
sequence of events
conclusive evidence
persuasive influence

Buckminster boy. she glared at him. "lizzie, i swear to you, as sure as i'm standing right here—that's a lie. every bit of it. every single bit." "my granddaddy said it was a lie, too." she leaned her head to one side and looked at him steadily. "so why haven't you been down to the island? " "so only you get to ask questions now? " "yes." she waited. "i haven't been down to the island because my father believes that you were using me to you stay on malaga island." "well," she said slowly. "well." "i didn't believe it, either." the sea breeze lay at their feet panting, hoping they would play with it again. based on what turner and lizzie say, which is the best conclusion that can be drawn? they are angered by the lies the adults have been spreading. neither of them is able to fully trust what the other is claiming. each trusts the other and cares a great deal about their friendship. both are worried about the troubles their friendship may bring.