Question

leaves from the notebook of an emigrant between new york and san fra... (from the notes by robert louis stevenson) which does “his mouth full of brimstone” most likely mean? 1. the man had brimstone fillings in his teeth. 2. the man spoke in an allegorical and elevated manner. 3. the man spoke in a fiery and vulgar manner. 4. the man had a sulphuric stench emanating from his mouth.

Explanation:

The phrase "mouth full of brimstone" is an idiomatic expression often used to describe someone who speaks in a fiery, vehement, or morally - condemning way. It is not to be taken literally as having actual brimstone (a sulfur - related substance) in one's mouth. Among the options, speaking in a fiery and vulgar manner best aligns with the connotation of this expression.

Answer:

1. The man spoke in a fiery and vulgar manner.