It’s either option A or B.
I am quite confident it’s option A, hope this helps
Answer:
"He enters a barbershop since his curly hair has grown excessively long. This is a clear giveaway, as residents here usually have straighter locks."
Explanation:
This passage illustrates the challenges Enrique faced while trying to engage with the local community in Oaxaca. His distinct appearance set him apart from the locals, creating an exotic impression that prevented him from blending in. Aware of this and eager to assimilate, Enrique decided to cut his voluminous curls, aiming for a look similar to that of the locals who preferred straight, shorter hairstyles.
The correct choice is C: In the 1950s, most women (60 percent) were content to leave school and remain at home. This statistic might surprise contemporary readers who assume gender equality and expect a majority of women to pursue careers outside of the household.
Response:
- The deceleration in pace highlights the reasons for the windmill's demise.
- This reduction in pace builds tension for the audience regarding future events.
- The slowing pace provides insights into the storm and its consequences.
Clarification:
Pacing is a common literary device that authors use, and this was evident in chapter 6 of Animal Farm. It's the first year since Napoleon expelled Snowball from the farm and took control, starting the construction of the Windmill.
However, the windmill collapses one night, and the slower storytelling pace created has added suspense as well as allowed the reader to understand the factors leading to the windmill's destruction, along with details of the storm and its aftermath.