Question

Why was Alcott's narrative essay "The Death of a Soldier" effective?
Alcott was able to have the audience empathize with the soldier and the nurse in the story as they struggle with his imminent death.
Alcott was able to have the audience learn about factory life for women during the American Civil War.
Alcott was able to have the audience understand what happened during the American Civil War in gruesome details.
Alcott was able to create a story that was straightforward and easy to understand.
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Multiple Choice 3 points
A narrative essay...
tells the story of your life.
tells a story with a clear purpose that applies to the reader. is a collection of memories that are connected by a common topic.
tells a story only to entertain the reader.
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Multiple Choice 3 points
Poe's tone in "The Philosophy of Furniture" could best be described as...
dark and horrific.
lighthearted and playful. serious and questioning. humorous and mocking.
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Answer 1

Here are the answers to your multiple-choice questions based on the information provided:

1. **Why was Alcott's narrative essay "The Death of a Soldier" effective?**
- **Correct Answer:** Alcott was able to have the audience empathize with the soldier and the nurse in the story as they struggle with his imminent death.

2. **A narrative essay...**
- **Correct Answer:** tells a story with a clear purpose that applies to the reader.

3. **Poe's tone in "The Philosophy of Furniture" could best be described as...**
- **Correct Answer:** humorous and mocking.

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