Metaphor I think sorry if it’s wrong
Women's lack of political rights is the root of their troubles
The mongoose is a small carnivoran animal and it is perceived differently in the Indian and Hawaiian culture. In the Indian culture, the mongoose is praised due to his ability to kill rats, snakes and others pests. It is usually kept as a pet to avoid rats in buildings and houses.
In the Hawaiian culture, the mongoose is hated since this little animal it is devastating birds nests and turtle eggs. If the mongoose continues to spread in this area, it might affect the protection of several native birds and turtles.
Not having the excerpt here, I can only help you to find the answer. Mood is the feeling you get when you read the passage. Foreboding is fearful or apprehensive. Welcoming is or can be joyful and accommodating or making someone feel comfortable in their surroundings. Sorrowful is sad or mournful. Optimistic is positive, hopeful, and confident about your future. As you read the passage, which of these are you feeling or closely matches your feelings.
