In American society, romantic love is considered the main reason for people to marry. On the other hand, in some societies, roma
ntic love is considered a form of obsession or madness. In fact, even in many societies where "true love" is not considered a form of insanity, arranged marriages are still the norm. For example, in many cultures it's believed that marriage is basically an economic arrangement. Thus, a farmer needs a wife both to bear children and to share the farm work while raising new "hands" as additional farm labor. In other societies, marriage is mainly about cementing connections between families. Indeed, most marriages between members of European royal or aristocratic lineages were primarily aimed at creating trust, loyalty, and mutual obligations between privileged and powerful families. Which phrase signals a contrast between ideals about marriage?
A. On the other hand
B. In other societies
C. For example
D. Indeed
Elizabeth Coatsworth uses short, quick words in the first stanza of "Swift Things Are Beautiful" because they d. contribute to the ongoing metaphor in Coatsworth's work. In my opinion it's the most correct option.
Cassie, the novel’s narrator, frequently uses hyperbole, idioms, and other figures of speech, which help create a relatable and informal writing style.