Which definition applies to the term “genre” best?
the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words
a character, object, or situation that recurs in life or literature
literature grouped by structure and/or treatment of a subject
an object that has meaning beyond itself in a story or poem

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?