Whitman’s purpose in writing “Song of Myself” was to explore a range of themes related to both himself and to his country. Imagine that you were to write your own “Song of Myself.” What would your themes be and what advice would you give your readers? How would the content of your poem compare with Whitman’s? Explore these questions in a short reflective essay (three paragraphs).

c.to compare several aspects of the tragedy to other worldwide tragedies

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the price of our current war is high; it costs money and it costs lives.

but it does not cost our pride. it does not cost the guilt that would arise from knowing that we did nothing to intervene while our neighboring nations fell to despotic leaders.

it does not cost the terror of knowing that our allies are unstable. it does not cost the fear that we, too, will be next to fall.

which sentence most accurately explains why the speaker's use of the parallel structure is effective in this passage?

a. it underscores that disagreement will not be tolerated and will be dealt with swiftly.

b. it makes the speaker seem like a decisive and capable leader.

c. it emphasizes reasons to fight and inspires listeners to aid the war effort.

d. it establishes the speaker's credibility by acknowledging the difficulties of war.

hello! : )

i’m i haven’t read that. also you can’t really expect someone to write it for you. use your own knowledge and skill and i am sure you’ll get it!

good luck!

~ destiny ^_^