Question

Rip, in fact, was no politician; the changes of states and empires made but little impression on him; but there was one species of despotism under which he had long groaned, and that was – petticoat government.what is being compared in the passage?

Answer 1

Answer:

The American government to the British government.

Answer 2

Answer:

• The American government to the British government.

Married life for Rip was tough, but now he is free of the tyranny of his wife. He doesn't care much about the political matters.