How do these two excerpts compare or contrast with each other?
The first explains why the townspeople feared for their lives while the second explains why the Parson feared for his life.
A) The first explains why the townspeople feared for their lives while the second explains why the Parson feared for his life.
B) Both suggest the townspeople liked the Parson but did not think he was brave enough to meet the Griffin.
C) The first describes how the townspeople treated the Parson cruelly while the second describes how they treated him kindly.
D) Both are eyewitness accounts that emphasize the Griffin’s selfish and destructive behavior.
The correct answer is A) The first explains why the townspeople feared for their lives while the second explains why the Parson feared for his life.
Explanation: This option accurately reflects the approach of each excerpt. The first focuses on the general fear of the townspeople regarding their safety, while the second dives into the specific fear experienced by the Parson. This contrast highlights the different perspectives on the threat they faced.