When the narrator of The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man states that he traded his “birthright for a mess of pottage,” what does he mean? He denied his musical talent.
He ignored the wishes of his mother.
He forgot his father’s heritage.
He traded a life fighting for ethnic equality for something insignificant.

What is the definition of scathing? a. to assail with abusive language c. to deter by advice or persuasion b. bitterly severe, as a remark d. the west wind; a mild wind

Which type of rhetoric is used in this sentence? while i'm certain some will disagree with what i'm about to say, i respectfully ask them to listen to the evidence i will provide to support my claim

Which of the following are most likely to be limited to their explicit meaning? select all that apply. a “i stubbed my toe on the leg of the table.” b “you know what they say about rushing to complete an important job.” c “the tax rates on those making less than $25,000 per year will be lowered.” d “place side a on a flat surface and insert the fastener into the pre-drilled hole.” e “all the world’s a stage, / and all the men and women merely players”