Question

the rebels casual attitude while playing cards after the massacre demonstrates which theme?
the importance of recreation during conflict
the normalization of violence in war
their fear of being caught
their youth and inexperience

how does the author use sensory details to convey the horror of the burning village?
primarily through dialogue
by avoiding graphic descriptions
through sound, sight, smell, and touch to create overwhelming horror
only through visual imagery

what does the narrators statement i wanted to see my family, even if it meant dying with them reveal about his psychological state?
he has lost all survival instinct due to grief
he values family loyalty above personal safety
he is being dramatic to get attention
he doesnt understand the reality of death

Explanation:

1. The rebels' casual attitude after a massacre shows how violence has become so common in war that they can act non -chalantly, which is the normalization of violence in war.
2. Sensory details include sound, sight, smell, and touch. To convey the horror of a burning village, an author would use these to create an overwhelming sense of horror.
3. The narrator's statement shows a strong loyalty to family, where they are willing to risk their life to be with them, indicating family loyalty is valued above personal safety.

Answer:

1. The normalization of violence in war
2. Through sound, sight, smell, and touch to create overwhelming horror
3. He values family loyalty above personal safety