Read the excerpt from chapter 17 of the awakening. the house was painted a dazzling white; the outside shutters, or jalousies, were green. in the yard, which was kept scrupulously neat, were flowers and plants of every description which flourishes in south louisiana. within doors the appointments were perfect after the conventional type. the softest carpets and rugs covered the floors; rich and tasteful draperies hung at doors and windows. which words best establish mood in the excerpt? a. “house,” “shutters,” “plants,” “carpets,” and “draperies” b. “dazzling,” “scrupulously,” “perfect,” “softest,” and “rich” c. “white,” “green,” “outside,” “every,” “conventional,” and “within” d. “painted,” “kept,” “were,” “flourishes,” “covered,” and “hung”

B. “dazzling,” “scrupulously,” “perfect,” “softest,” and “rich”

Explanation:

In this chapter Edna begins to disregard social shows like visiting days in progressively obvious, pointed ways. Her avoidances had been foggy and natural; presently, she intentionally ignores social standards so as to organize her very own inclinations and convictions and to live more uninhibitedly. Her better half responds with resentment and incomprehension. Society does not comprehend or face such conduct.  

In a steady progression, Edna brings an end to old propensities and starts to locate her own specific manner. In any case, regardless of her general opportunity of activity, she is vulnerable against her little yet obstinate marriage ring, which likewise remains in for the standards of society on the loose.

B. “dazzling,” “scrupulously,” “perfect,” “softest,” and “rich”

pre-writing

why we feel good, or better, when we laugh?

is there a scientific explanation for this to happen?

which are the sources?

rough draft

laughter has a way of instantly connecting people and is one of the most basic and fundamental ways in which we communicate as human beings.

newport academy: endorphins reduce stress and strength social connections.

they combat anxiety and depression.

final draft

we know that when we laugh we feel better; when something is making us laugh it means we thought it was funny at some point, even if it was not meant that way. what we know is that it made us feel good. that is something we all can realize easily, but is it a chemical explanation for it to happen? of course there

according to joe bluett, laughter has a way of instantly connecting people and is one of the most basic and fundamental ways in which we communicate as human beings. also, he says that laughter can increase confidence, self-esteem, creativity, positivity and resilience, bringing positive changes to all aspects of our lives.

the newport academy says that, when we laugh, we release endorphins and that makes our body feel instantly relieved from tension and worry. endorphins also reduce stress and strength social connections.

therefor, laughter is the best to combat anxiety and depression.