Q2. What kind of transition does the word "since" usually indicate? O a shift from one time period to another
a shift from a cause to its effect
O a shift from beginning to end
O a shift from one setting to another

The correct word to complete the sentence

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

Plz asap read this sentence from paragraph 3 of the article. the boys and girls are merely asked to obtain the signatures of ten friends or relatives. how does the word "merely" affect the meaning of the sentence? a- it suggests that asking people to subscribe to the washington times is something negative. b- it implies that obtaining ten signatures is not a requirement for receiving a prize. c- it downplays the fact that to win the prize, children must ask people to subscribe to the washington times. d- it emphasizes that children receive the prize only if they obtain ten signatures.