The leader of a political party says a rival political party is "irresponsible because they are destroying the livelihood of mil
lions of Southwestern ranchers with their policies." An economist not affiliated with any political party cites data saying that the same ranchers "have sustained a 5 percent increase in taxes when purchasing feed." Which statement best describes how the two statements compare?a. Both statements use emotive language.b. Both statements are most likely facts.c. The first statement is more likely uses evasive language and the second is more likely emotive language.d. The first statement is more likely uses emotive language and the second is more likely a fact. e. Both statements use evasive language.
d. The first statement more likely uses emotive language and the second is more likely a fact.
Explanation:
The statement of the leader of the political rivalry includes highly emotional language that may or may not be accurate in describing reality. Even if it was true that farmers are suffering, the politician is likely exagerating the claims in order to rile up his supporters.
The statement of the economist is a fact. The economist is citing evidence, and is not expressing an opinion on the subject matter.
First and foremost was the religious faith of the participants. They were devout Catholics and wanted to be faithful to the church. When Pope Urban II called on Europeans to free the Holy Land from Muslim control in 1095, thousands of European Christians took up the mission.
The bombing was probably mentioned in the film because it was a recent tragic that took place, that could still be affecting the characters or the people around them.
