What word in paragraph 3 shows the gang all shouted together? What do the words "as a rule" mean? Why didn't Vukani want to show he was walking faster?

The question asks for a word in paragraph 3 that shows the gang all shouted together. Assuming "paragraph 3" refers to the third paragraph of the introductory text ("The conflict arises as the violin makes Vukani a target for township bullies. He is therefore caught between his parents' wishes and constant harassment by the township gang."), the word that implies collective hostile action is harassment.

• harassment

The words "as a rule" mean usually.

• a) usually

Vukani did not want to show he was walking faster because it would reveal his fear to the gang, making him appear weak and an easy target. If he tried