For the first question is C
and the another one is confusing
Answer:
Peaceful negotiations to ensure peace had been underway.
Explanation:
Figurative Language, like Hyperbole, ect to be creative and set the mood of the story
"They...<span>think that there is nothing more inglorious than that glory that is gained by war"
This quotation sums up the main idea because it not only reinforces to the reader that they are against war, but it gives some insight into why they are against war. The people think that there is no glory to be gained in war, so they choose to just prepare a defensive army, never an offensive one. </span>
