Which of the following words has the most dominant connotation? a. regarded
b. benevolent
c. esteemed
d. forbearing

16.) true

17.) true

18.) no information in the text

19.) false

20.) no information in the text

conclusions made on the basis of unstated or stated evidence are called inferences

the tale of “aunty misery” written by judith ortiz cofer , is a folk tale about an old woman who earns immortality by tricking death . the cost of immortality however, is that her life will stay the same. from this tale it becomes clear that death is a necessary evil and is inevitable in life.  

question: which theme is found in the tale of "aunty misery? ”

answer: a. death may not seem friendly, but he should be treated kindly.