Answer:
The use of the epic simile in this excerpt helps readers understand that: the Cyclops has eaten another bunch of Odysseus's men. ... the enormous stone is easily and routinely moved by the giant Cyclops. the Cyclops takes his sheep out to pasture with him in the mornings.
The Rumble represents what is perceived to be a necessary physical release for this group of young males. In addition, the gangs agree to not bring weapons, so the perception is that it is unlikely anyone would be killed. In essence, a physical thrill that releases Endorphin and reassures the victors of their masculinity with a need to "dominate" others physically.
Paris is a Capulet. Juliet is also a Capulet, the reason why Romeo was denied is because he was a Montague. Lord Capulet wanted Juliet to marry Paris because he is a Capulet, Romeo isn't.
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Read I Am Very Real, By Kurt Vonnegut, 1973
Which statement best describes how the author uses rhetoric in
paragraphs 4-5 to advance his argument? *
The author presents the contributions he has made to the country in order to prove that he is a real American
The author describes his background in order to explain why coarse language is simply part of how he speaks.
The author portrays himself as a father and a veteran as further proof of his desire to shield the nation's youth from harmful books.
The author explains that he is a man of integrity in order to show why the school's reactions were excessive and wrong.
Answer: The author explains that he is a man of integrity in order to show why the school's reactions were excessive and wrong.
Explanation:
Vonnegut defends his integrity to show that having his book and his entire work deemed as evil was wrong. He presents his actions after the burning of his books, doing "absolutely nothing to exploit the disgusting
news from Drake," as evidence of his integrity. Furthermore, he describes himself as a loving father and an honored veteran to better support his argument.
