In this poem, Pound is comparing "faces in the crowd" to petals that are laying against a tree branch.
This is exactly what he says in the poem - "petals on a wet, black bough." A bough is the main branch of a tree, so this is definitely the only appropriate answer in this case. He wants to say that people resemble these petals.
The word louder. It compares the sound of the new alarm clock with the old alarm clock.
Answer:
introspection and self-awareness.
you must understand who you are as a speaker and constantly working to capitalize on strengths
confidence.
confidence is key. an unsure or timid presentation will not capture or engage an audience
generosity.
understand the value of sharing information openly, honestly, and generously. the more you give the more you can connect with the audience
I have not read the book that this question references. If you include the section of it in question, I might be able to help.
What kind of danger???? Like drowning oR something
