How is the setting in "The Rainy Day" different from the setting in "Mending Wall"? A. The setting in "The Rainy Day" is a quiet, rural location, while "Mending Wall" is set in a busy, urban city.

B. The setting in "The Rainy Day" reminds the speaker of sad events from his past, while "Mending Wall" does not spark any
negative memories.

C. "The Rainy Day" is set in an area where it always rains, while "Mending Wall" is set in an area where it is always warm.

D. "The Rainy Day" is set in a place with a cold climate, while "Mending Wall" takes place in a hot climate.

Read this excerpt from "birdfoot's grampa.” the old man must have stopped our car two dozen times to climb out and gather into his hands the small toads blinded by our lights and leaping, live drops of rain. what are readers most likely to infer from the phrase "leaping, live drops of rain”? a the toads are all hurt. b the toads are still alive. c the toads are in shock. d the toads are not moving.

In the space below, write a five-paragraph, 600-800 word persuasive essay arguing whether or not your chosen speech is effective in communicating its message, based on how it uses rhetorical strategies. include a clear thesis statement identifying whether, in your view, the speaker's argument is effective, based on his or her use of rhetorical strategies. explain why or why not. give your audience a sense of closure by providing a clear conclusion. throughout the essay, be sure to: use formal, objective language for an academic audience, connect your ideas using transitions that clearly tie together your ideas, base your argument on evidence from the text of the speech, and provide a clear conclusion about the speech's effectiveness.

What did mark twain contribute to the history of the novel? select all that apply.