Answer the bankers question: who is the more humane executioner, one who kills you in a few seconds or one who draws the life out of you incessantly, for years?

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What is the effect of narrator's word choice on the tone of this passage? the words "my heart shrank within itself" create a fearful tone. the words "better-omened" set a hopeful tone. the words "wounded his fellow" develop a remorseful tone. the words "struck harsh upon my ears" suggest an irritated tone.

Which best explains the symbolism of changing weather in "the jilting of granny weatherall"?