Question

Drag and drop the phrases into the correct locations.
The author’s purpose in comparing each “mast and spar” to a ________, is to ________.
A) illustrate the consequences of losing the war to the British.
B) "prison-bar"
C) "huge black hulk"
D) show the need for strength and power when fighting the British.

Answer 1

The author’s purpose in comparing each “mast and spar” to a **"prison-bar"**, is to **illustrate the consequences of losing the war to the British.**

So the completed sentence would read:

The author’s purpose in comparing each “mast and spar” to a **B)** "prison-bar", is to **A)** illustrate the consequences of losing the war to the British.