I'm sorry, but this question doesn't make any sense? Could you explain it a bit? You should also consider if this question fits in the subject English? Maybe better in math?
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It appears that the author has intended to illustrate how it was back then compared to the present. The author appears to be implying that military service has lessened over time. However I do not know which essay you are reading from (you have not mentioned the name) so I am not entirely sure.
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Both of us are interested in babysitting for Mrs. Martin.
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It would be Both instead of either
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My neighbour, Gopal, has an only son. Unfortunately, he is blind. He cannot see at all. For him days and nights are equal. His is a wretched life. For all his needs, he depends on other members of the family. He cannot take care of himself.
He is a burden on others. He cannot go anywhere without the help of a guide. He is deprived of all the joys and pleasures which come to us through our eyes. He can’t go to the pictures. He cannot enjoy the scenes and sights of nature. There is no joy in his life. He is always sad and moody. He has no chance of marriage. All his life. He must remain a bachelor. He must lead a sad and lonely life.
But Nature has compensated him for this heavy loss of eye-sight. He has been blessed with a sweet and melodious voice. He can charm others with his songs. He is often invited by people to entertain them with his songs.
He is paid handsomely. He has a very good memory. He knows the whole of the Tulsi Ramayana by heart. When he sings, the words seem to flow from his heart. All present listen to him spellbound. Singing has become his hobby. It is the only redeeming feature of his life.
But nowadays, there are schools for the blind. They can be educated. They can be trained in various handicrafts and thus made useful member of society. So the lot of a blindman is not as hard and miserable as it used to be.
He can become capable of earning his livelihood. If he so chooses. He can get higher education and thus secure a Government job. He need not feel helpless and miserable. Several avenues are open to him. There are chances for him to make his career.
