98 points how does twain use humor to present serious ideas? what does this reveal about twain as a person? does twain seem to believe that people can change for the better? in what ways do twain’s characters represent people in general? twain is considered one of the greatest american writers and humorists of all time. why do you think this is so

Constructing an argument: in modern american society, the legalization of marijuana continues to be controversial and hotly debated. some people find it contradictory that certain "drugs"—such as tobacco and alcohol—are legalized even though they pose proven health risks, while marijuana, which has many medicinal applications, continues to be illegal by the federal government. what reasons do you think the federal government gives for outlawing marijuana, and do the reasons support the conclusion?

5. it was "illegal" to aid and comfort a jew in hitler's germany. but i am sure that, if i had lived in germany during that time, i would have aided and comforted my jewish brothers even though it was illegal. • type of figurative language • meaning of figurative language: effect on tone and mood: effect on audience

One legend states that the cause of the trojan war was in part due to a contest between the goddesses on olympus and an event called the “judgement of paris.” in at least 150 words, explain the contest and describe how it is believed to have started the trojan war.