Read these lines from paragraph 4.
the younger man roused himself sharply at the sound of her voice,
seemed to struggle with a slight embarrassment which he threw off
instantly, and then clasped her fingers with his left hand.
what does this description of mr. easton's initial reaction to miss fairchild reveal to
the reader?
a he does not like to talk to people on trains, especially pretty young women.
b he is frustrated that she is talking to him.
he is younger than the "glum-faced man" and he is a little embarrassed to
see miss fairchild.
c he does not like to shake hands with people as a greeting.

It is true that prior to 1914 the united states often had been disturbed by events in other continents. we had even engaged in two wars with european nations and in a number of undeclared wars in the west indies, in the mediterranean and in the pacific for the maintenance of american rights and for the principles of peaceful commerce. but in no case had a serious threat been raised against our national safety or our continued independence. what is the theme of this excerpt? a. the responsibility for americans to avoid involvement in war. b. america’s history of international involvement. c. a new kind of threat to american security. d. america’s history as a peaceful nation.

Which statement best explains the function of the subtitlein this text? a. it provides additional information that narrows the focusof the text. b.it draws attention to important information in the table ofcontents. c.it introduces the various sections that appear withineach chapter. d.it explains the author's primary reason for writing aboutthis topic. correct (a)

How is reading a social experience? (5 points)