The pun is related to the same pronunciation of the words <em>Ernest</em> and <em>earnest </em>which means<em> serious commited, dedicated </em>and etc. The pun is connected to the serious issue of choosing the right significant other, someone you can trust that is dedicated to you (<em>an earnest husband/wife</em>).<em> </em>
Answer:
until recently, fear of gangs uncontrolled, sprawled neighborhood, shot on the spot, band bodies littered the dirt streets
Explanation:
Just think of anything that sounds like a war or battle is going on.
She should not drink any alcohol. Her biggest concern should be the promises/commitments she has already made (like the promise to her volleyball coach and to her parents).
The author is most likely trying to create a sense of Relief
Answer:
He is obsessed with the ring, like many others before him, he did not like the party or the people that much and thought about his ring which is why he often used it when he wanted to leave.
Considering that everyone knew Bilbo and was accustomed to his wild stories of adventuring, they tend to believed that it was just another one of Bilbo's tricks, even though it was a bit awkward for them that he disappeared in such a manner.
Explanation:
Bilbo had the ring for years in which he used it only when he needed it since he can never separated himself from it.
He is obsessed with the ring, like many others before him, he did not like the party or the people that much and thought about his ring which is why he often used it when he wanted to leave.
Considering that everyone knew Bilbo and was accustomed to his wild stories of adventuring, they tend to believed that it was just another one of Bilbo's tricks, even though it was a bit awkward for them that he disappeared in such a manner.
