A. Incorrect- States location of California. No clue on discovery of gold.
California borders the Pacific Ocean.
B. Correct. The term 'Golden' gives a starter on the gold discovery later.
California became known as the Golden State.
C. Incorrect. Comparing size of states.
California is our third-largest state.
D. Incorrect. Out of topic, hinting natural disasters.
California also is home to earthquakes and landslides.
The correct answer is A ephemeral--evanescent
Both words refer to concepts that are quickly fading, last for a short time, disappear, or similar.
Answer:
1. Emerson now outlines three main points concerning our use of nature's beauty: its medicinal qualities, its spiritual elements, and its intellectual properties.
2. This metaphor shows how humans and nature act differently. Emerson says that humans are “ashamed” of their own thoughts and feelings, and he then goes on to point out that nature is never “ashamed.” He calls for humans to return to their natural state and to stop overthinking and worrisome behaviour.
I do apologise, but I do not have the answer to your third question.
C. Great Britain wanted the American colonists to pay taxes on imported goods.
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