40. plucking his fruits like ripe tokens, emblems, assurance
of a world that was always his own

What is the purpose of the simile in lines 40-42?

A. to illustrate the father’s dissatisfaction with having a tree

B. to show how much the father shared with his daughter

C. to demonstrate how the father valued the figs

D. to convey the father’s sadness from moving

Based on this work of satire, what is most likely the authors opinion?

Select the sentence with the dangling modifier. which highlighted ones is it? it can only be one.

Which is an example of finding common ground when addressing a counter argument? a. products with genetically modified organisms (gmos) in them are frankenfoods that are unnatural, dangerous, and foul tasting. b. it’s really not important that some people feel texting while driving isn’t a big deal; it’s a fact that it’s dangerous and should be illegal. c. while both sides agree that processed foods are more convenient, the damage they do to a person’s health should not be ignored. d. testing on animals has produce several lifesaving vaccines and medicines that have saved countless human lives.