The appropriate excerpt is:
God of Thebes, lead thou the round.
Bacchus, shaker of the ground!
Let us conclude our festivities here;
Behold! Creon, our newfound lord approaches,[ [TAG_9]] Crowned by this unusual fortune, our ruler.
What thoughts do I ponder in amazement?
Answer:
D.
Explanation:
The Unspoken History Behind a Surname is penned by Lolly Bowean, where the author recounts her encounters when others inquire about her surname's origins.
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This led the author to reflect on the challenges of conversing about her family history, as the weight of race becomes apparent. While she holds no shame regarding her enslaved ancestors, she notes that people often shy away from engaging in this history.
The correct choice is option D.
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1. Desire for revenge corresponds to Hamlet; 2. Respect for her father aligns with Ophelia; 3. Guilt pertains to Claudius; 4. Mixed loyalties are represented by Gertrude.
I believe the correct response would be c
The answer is D. A simile compares two unlike things using the words "like" or "as".
