Read the excerpt below and answer the question. “It tastes like liquorice,” the girl said and put the glass down.

“That’s the way with everything.”

“Yes,” said the girl. “Everything tastes of liquorice. Especially all the things you’ve waited so long for, like absinthe.”

In at least 150 words, distinguish between what is directly stated in the passage, versus what is really meant.

How does the author's use of hyperbole to characterize jim smily? a) it characterizes smily as an introverted loner who prefers books to people. b) it characterizes smily as a man who is kind and nurturing toward others who are less fortunate. c) it characterizes smily as a man who is evil and vindictive toward any one who crosses his path. d) it characterizes smily as a man who is a risk-taker who willing bets on anything and with anyone.

How did the older men calm the younger ones down when they learned from some of the prisoners where they were? (chapter 3 of the book night)

What are the benefits of using infographics to express information?