I believe the answer is C. Imagery. B/c If it is raining maybe the poet is expressing that it is dreary. Hope this helps!!
Its usually written as the first sentence of the paragraph (although its not necessary but preferred) It basically includes the main idea or the topic of the paragraph (doesn't have to be word for word), and states the main points of the paragraph briefly.
Answer:
The captain's ship has been through tough times, having 'weather'd every rack.' The ship is a metaphor for the United States, which has been battered with heavy loss of life and property during the Civil War. Despite the difficulties, the ship is ultimately 'anchor'd safe and sound.
The parents are responsible for the supervision of their kids under 18. Which would make the parents legally responsible for them.
