The line you’re referring to I believe is from the poem, “Oh, Captain! My Captain!”
The lines refers to the fact that the North has won the Civil War (in the United States).
My best bet would to go with 'were' because they sound similar and it just seems more professional.
D and then if that doesn't work B. If you have anything else to ask me further about my answer (cause I have got to admit it is quite vague) just ask.
Hope this helps :) x
I’m pretty sure it’s admire because it’s not discourage or display because those don’t make sense :)
Answer:
Civil rights are an essential component of democracy.