I looked on the valley beneath; vast mists were rising from the rivers which ran through it, and curling in thick wreaths around
the opposite mountains, whose summits were hid in the uniform
clouds, while rain poured from the dark sky, and added to the
melancholy impression I received from the objects around me.
Alas! why does man boast of sensibilities superior to those
apparent in the brute; it only renders them more necessary
beings
How does the setting in this passage most clearly help develop the character of
Victor?
A. The spectacular scenery clears his head and makes him more reflective,
B. Victor witnesses the clouds and rain, which create a melancholy mood.
C. By comparing men and brutes, he thinks more deeply about thelononster.
D. Mountains, rivers, and other features all renew Victor's love for Elizabeth.

Select the correct answer.which of these descriptions is the most accurate summary of chapters 5-8 of the death of ivan ilyich? ivan ilyich's pain worsens. a celebrated doctor offers a cure. it works for a short time, but the pain returns. ivan ilyich realizes that he is dyhe is consoled by the thought that he has his family to care for him.ivan ilyich cannot face up to the reality that he is dying. as he obsesses with the thought of dying, his mind swings between hope anddespair. he grows angry and bitter at everyone in his life, except his servant gerasim.when his wife and friends realize that ivan ilyich is dying, they plan several amusements to keep him in good cheer. ivan ilyich is tohear that his daughter is marrying a successful man from an influential family.as death approaches, ivan ilyich thinks about his happy childhood and his successful career. he cannot accept the fact that a good man likehim could be fated to die so young, he is happy to note that his young son will grow up to be a successful man like him.