A prologue can begin a narrative, providing background information so the reader can better understand the story. What are some possible purposes of a prologue in a longer literary work?

Select each correct answer.

Question 5 options:

To offer another perspective of the story’s outcome

To give background information critical to understanding the story

To provide insight about the author and set the tone of the story

To set the stage for sequels by hinting at future events

What does the first line in this stanza from old ironsides by oliver wendell holmes tell the reader about the ship

Definition for excerpt illustrates the bandwagon propaganda technique

When lawrence saw the posters for the circus hanging on the bulletin board, as he swept up the trimmings at slim's barbershop, he knew he would be taking his little cousins. they loved animals, and he was looking forward to seeing the smiles on their faces as the circus performers amazed them with their stunts. but sweeping up hair clippings didn't pay a whole lot. lawrence spent 45 dollars just getting tickets. but it was worth it to see his cousins' faces. the day finally came and everyone was excited as they walked into that big circus tent. but lawrence soon realized that he and his cousins would be thirsty and hungry. as they sat in their seats, the drink vendor walked by selling beverages. desperately thirsty, lawrence asked him how much a lemonade would cost, and the drink vendor said, "eleven dollars each." lawrence replied, "oh, that's it? just eleven dollars? what a great deal for one cup of lemonade. that's totally worth it." the drink vendor walked away. which type of irony is used?