Riddle: I’m tall when I’m young, and I’m short when I’m old. What am I?​

Read the excerpt from "amigo brothers.” felix and antonio turned and faced each other squarely in a fighting pose. felix wasted no time. he came in fast, head low, half hunched toward his right shoulder, and lashed out with a straight left. he missed a right cross as antonio slipped the punch and crossed and countered with one-two-three lefts that snapped felix’s head back, sending a mild shock coursing through him. if felix had any small doubt about their friendship affecting their fight, it was being neatly dispelled.

What is the author's purpose in this passagea. to remind people to avoid individuals who occasionally display bad manners. b. to encourage people to embrace the feeling of superiority over others. c. to persuade people to demonstrate good manners at all times. d. to convince people to freely express their emotions.

Which of the following root words means "small"?