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to the largest result is 8
early this morning.” integer
• Analysis:
ceil(x)
In this plea, Scottdouble
Rounds x up to
presents himself
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as humble and in
result = Math.ceil(6.2)
need, seeking shelter from the deteriorating conditions in urban
the nearest areas.
// result is 7
His language is formal integer
and deferential, aiming to earn the community’s
trust and sympathy. However, his desperation and escape “in the
darkness” hint at the danger he may bring with him. This line brings
forward the novel’s themes of trust and survival, as the community must
decide how much to risk to help outsiders. It’s a moment of vulnerability
that exposes the precariousness of life beyond the community, while also
raising questions about the impact of outsiders on the community’s
resources and safety.