Question

Use the paragraph to answer the question. On the day they set out, she fixated on the sun hovering high in the sky. It blazed down on them, abusing their skin and reminding them that there was no shelter to be found. It taunted her, highlighting just how unfair the situation was. But after two weeks on the road, she softened toward the elements. Now when the sun peeked from the horizon each morning, its kiss was familiar and desired. It reminded her just how far they had come. How do the words kiss and desired share a similar denotation? (1 point) Responses Both words have meanings related to learning to enjoy nature. Both words have meanings related to learning to enjoy nature. Both words have meanings related to the sun. Both words have meanings related to the sun. Both words have meanings related to coming to terms with something. Both words have meanings related to coming to terms with something. Both words have meanings related to positive attention.

Answer 1

How does the author’s use of the words softened and familiar indicate a shift in tone by the end of the second paragraph? (1 point) Responses The words indicate that the character is more at ease with the situation. The words indicate that the character is more at ease with the situation. The words indicate that the situation has become a positive thing for the character. The words indicate that the situation has become a positive thing for the character. The words indicate that the character has gotten used to the situation. The words indicate that the character has gotten used to the situation. The words indicate that the situation has changed to make things easier for the character. The words indicate that the situation has changed to make things easier for the character.

Answer 2

Both words have meanings related to coming to terms with something.

Answer 3

The words indicate that the character is more at ease with the situation.