The first quote suggests that writing makes us smarter, whilst the other suggests that writing does the exact opposite. This would be contrasting the two. Comparing the two would be that the two quotes are both about writing.
Answer:
Maybe
Explanation:
In writing a thesis you would need to have sufficient evidence and while we have evidence through historical times it may not be enough. You could write about whether on not they were at fault for their deaths or if it was the people around them who pushed them to die.
By dissipating your culture like using your culture everywhere
The correct answer is the first option, 'a benefactor and a grateful beneficiary'. They always represent good luck, or something that is going to help you along the way.