Help please SPUNK
by Zora Neale Hurston 1926

1. What is the purpose of the introductions of Spunk and Joe in paragraphs 1-6?
A) to present their contrasting images and personalities
B)to present the reason why Spunk desires revenge
C) to convey each man’s love for the same woman
D) to convey each man’s dislike for the other

2. Which piece of evidence best reveals how Elijah’s words contribute to Joe’s death?

A)“Looka theah, folkses!” cried Elijah Mosley, slapping his leg gleefully. “Theah they go, big as life an’ brassy as tacks.” ( Paragraph 2)
B)“He rides that log down at the saw-mill jus’ like he struts ‘round wid another man’s wife — jus’ don’t give a kitty.” ( Paragraph 5)
C)“Talkin’ like a man, Joe. Course that’s yo’ fambly affairs, but Ah like to see grit in anybody.” ( Paragraph 16)
D)“Aw, Ah doan’t know. You never kin tell. He might turn him up an’ spank him fur gettin’ in the way, but Spunk wouldn’t shoot no unarmed man.” ( Paragraph 22)

Which statement best describes how these paragraphs develop the central idea of the article? a- they elaborate on the idea that the offer has been made with youngsters in mind. b- they provide additional information as to why the prize is a wagon instead of something else. c- they support the idea that the wagon is attractive to youngsters and is a worthy prize. d- they introduce the idea that the newspaper is a generous organization. read paragraphs 4 and 5. the disc wheel coaster wagon is thirty-six inches long and sixteen inches wide. the coaster is built exactly like a high-powered automobile. the disc wheels have rubber tires and true roller bearings. it runs as smoothly as an eight-cylinder automobile. it is built of the strongest wood and is equipped with a reliable hand brake, enabling the owner to stop in an instant. the tongue—usually the first thing about a wagon to break and render the wagon unserviceable—is so stout that a man can jump on it without breaking it.

Why does the host answer the guest with brief responses during the party?

The tone of a story is the author's attitude toward the subject. provide two examples that support the conclusion that the tone of this story is ironic.