In the excerpt from Frances Fuller Victor's "Eleven Years in the Rocky Mountains and Life on the Frontier," the words that convey a tone of admiration are "to fight as long as there is breath in the body." This phrase suggests a deep respect for the courage and tenacity of the mountain men, highlighting their determination and willingness to stand and fight regardless of the odds. It reflects the valor and steadfast spirit that Victor finds commendable in their character.
Read the excerpt from Eleven Years in the Rocky Mountains and Life on the Frontier by Frances Fuller Victor and think about her attitude toward the mountain men.
Still, it is the rule of the mountain-men to fight as long as there is breath in the body; therefore, Captain Sublette had his little force line up for battle. On came the savages, whooping and swinging their weapons above their heads. Sublette turned to his men. "When you hear my shot, then fire." Still they came on, until within about fifty paces of the line of waiting men. Sublette turned his head and saw his command with their guns all up to their faces ready to fire, then raised his own gun.
What words does Victor use to convey a tone of admiration?
"turned his head and saw his command with their guns all up to their faces"
"'When you hear my shot, then fire.'"
"to fight as long as there is breath in the body"
"Captain Sublette had his little force line up for battle."
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