The meaning of the word 'ambling' as used in the passage is to WALK OR STROLL.
In the passage, the author is saying that, he finds it distasteful to strut before a small child who is walking or strolling in a relaxed manner.
The meaning of the word 'curtailed' as used in the passage is to BE DEPRIVED OF SOMETHING.
The author is saying in this line, that he is deprived of beauty.
Cause and effect is a common way to organize information in a text. Paragraphs structured as cause and effect explain reasons why something happened or the effects of something. The cause and effect text structure is generally used in expository and persuasive writing modes.
The singer, who was very talented, knew the words to the song.
She is so beautiful, loving, kind, her hair shimmers like stars in the moonlight, her eyes are like tiny suns, her laugh is like a bubbling stream, her figure is more beautiful than Aphrodite. She is his Goddess, his savior, his light. He devotes all his time to making her feel happy.
D. <span>Comparison/contrast
In a compare/contrast essay, you can choose to use a block method or go point by point. In a block method, you would have a whole section on your first thing and then a whole section on your second thing. In these sections, the differences and similarities would be evident. Or, you could go point by point and show how each thing is similar/different on each specific issue. </span>
