English High School

Read the passage below from The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle and answer the question.

Mr. Hollybrass, sweat running down his hot, red face, pulled the body close but then he paused and offered a look of appeal to Captain Jaggery.
The captain spat at Cranick’s body. “Over!” he insisted.

Excerpts from The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle, copyright © 1990 by Avi. Used by permission of Brandt and Hochman Literary Agents, Inc. All rights reserved.

What can we infer about Mr. Hollybrass based on his “look of appeal”?
He dislikes Cranick.
He disagrees with Captain Jaggery’s lack of sympathy.
He feels uneasy because of the dead body.
He believes Captain Jaggery is being just.

Answers

Answer 1

Answer:

He disagrees with Captain Jaggery’s lack of sympathy.

Explanation:

Mr. Hollybrass' look of appeal is calling for a change in attitude towards Captain Jaggery's lack of sympathy, especially towards the dead who deserved respect and compassion. Even in the face of Mr. Hollybrass's silent plea , we can see that Captain Jaggery’s lack of sympathy remains intact, even to the point where he spits on the corpse.

Answer 2

Answer:

He disagrees with Captain Jaggery’s lack of sympathy.

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Which two words in the excerpt does the author use to create an admiring tone?
Jane Eyre

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Answer:

Two words creating an admiring tone are prettiest and kindest. Explanation: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte is a story about an orphan 'Jane' who is not loved by many.

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