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The soldiers in the novel use the phrase "it all looked good on paper" several times throughout their experiences. what does this mean in the context of the war?

Which course of action did president carter propose in order to solve this problem for the next generation? a. contract with foreign nations to build wind turbines b. reduce federal spending on solar cell energy research c. drill fewer offshore wells to conserve marine life d. develop alternative energy sources

What is the meaning of the phrase “bear ’t”? what word is left out between the words but and few?