How does the author's use of foreshadowing in describing the aunt's past work as a governess affect the story? foreshadowing is used to emphasize the aunt's terrifying personality. the narrator's comments in this scene reveal the aunt's positive view of children. it hints at a deep and dark family secret. it adds surprise to the story when the aunt's true generosity is revealed.

Part a which statement best describes a central idea in this narrative? in times of tragedy, it is difficult to determine how best to be of service. in times of crisis, people prefer to be alone. young people tend to look to older people to take action in times of tragedy. when people publicly commit to being of service, they are more likely to follow through. part b which detail from the text best to shape the central idea in part a? "'i thought you might have too much going on already. i saw everyone post online.' martin said, 'i don’t think anyone wanted to be in the way today, so i’m glad you came.'" "finally, he said, 'i don’t know what to do. i guess i should tell him to let me know if he needs anything, but that doesn’t feel like enough.'" "he wondered how many people would actually show up to out and how many would simply hope that enough others did." "he explained to her that martin’s mom had died, and told her how he felt about his friend’s loss. 'what do you plan to do for him? ' his mother asked."

Which tense allows for an event that began in the past to carry into the present moment in time

Whats the importance of gaining a general understanding of and interpretation of the work of literature. explain what the importance is to me