which comparison-contrast statement is most effective? a. though dickinson wrote mostly from her home in amherst, massachusetts, and whitman wrote from his home in new jersey, both wrote during the 1800s. b. while a majority of emily dickinson's works were published after her death, whitman's most famous work, leaves of grass, was published during his lifetime. c. both were important 19th-century poets, but dickinson was famous for her reclusive lifestyle, while whitman enjoyed being a part of public life and conversing with many people. d. though they lived during the same time period, dickinson wrote compact poems about ordinary events, while whitman wrote longer poems about public life and well-known events

Which revision of this sentence best uses direct characterization?

Aids is growing fastest in the poorest countries of africa. these nations don’t have enough doctors, medical labs, or money for medicine. a recent study showed that only a small percentage of hiv-infected children in africa are getting any medical treatment at all. what central idea is emphasized in both sources? the hiv/aids epidemic in africa is serious. the hiv/aids epidemic in south africa is serious. the hiv/aids epidemic among african children is serious. the hiv/aids epidemic among south african children is serious

Healthcare costs are becoming an issue for many americans. in just two years, the average family has seen an increase of 3 percent in insurance costs. the increase rises to 25 percent when you include families who buy insurance on an exchange. at this rate, health care will soon be completely unaffordable for most americans. therefore, lowering the cost of health insurance must be a priority for lawmakers. which statement best explains why the argument is logical? a.)the argument incorporates empirical and anecdotal evidence. b.)the argument includes a strong counterclaim and a fair rebuttal. c.)the argument contains relevant reasons supported with facts and data. d.)the argument includes a personal experience as an emotional appeal.