A major difference between these men is the rational "from the ground on up" ethic of Franklin and the "one big plan" of the fictional Crane." In Irving's Rip Van Winkle, we find a much more giving character that is much less interested in the highlights of society than our other two characters
D) the hectic pace of life experienced by high school students.
Explanation:
In the beginning of the paragraph, the authir states how the students are "preoccupied and are thus prevented to living freely." This shows how busy the students are that they dont have time to themselves.
