Look at the following Latin root: bene : good

Based on this knowledge, which sentence best uses the word beneficent?

A) Regular rest and exercise is very beneficent to a person’s overall health.
B) It is beneficent to eat dessert on a regular basis.
C) The girl found it beneficent when her little brother drew all over her homework.
D) The student thought it would be beneficent to cram for the history exam right before class.

Which excerpt best represents the central conflict of “ everyday use”

1. at the conclusion of chapter 13, the monster realizes that he has none of the qualities or possessions that human beings value, and so he worries the he will be forever miserable. he says, “oh, that i had for ever remained in my native wood, nor known nor felt beyond the sensations of hunger, thirst, and heat! ” this statement recalls one made by victor frankenstein in chapter 10: “if our impulses were confined to hunger, thirst, and desire, we might nearly be free; but now we are moved by every wind that blows, and a chance word or scene that that word may convey to us.” questions: what do these two statements suggest about the impact of knowledge? how do the statements affect the way readers view the monster and victor?

What is the best definition of the underlined word as it is used in the sentence? a statement of wit or amusement an expression of disapproval or condemnation a sentiment of indifference or apathy an exclamation of profound admiration or esteem