Literary Focus: Parallel StructureThe question below refers to the selection “Of Studies” by Sir Francis Bacon. What is the best summary of Bacon’s overall message in “Of Studies”?a. One must read as much as one can because book learning is the most important kind of learning. b.Studying and reading are recommended for scholars only; they are lost on most people. c.A carefully balanced approach to study is best. Allow plenty of time for learning that does not come from books. d.Every person should study a special field rather than general subjects.

what is a theme?

ans: the implicit idea of a written work of literature is called a theme.

so, the only theme of "birdfoot's grampa" by joseph bruchuc is that as a human being one should always remember the value of every life on earth.

the grampa is stopping the car again and again to save those little toads from washing away in the heavy rain is an act of kindness and humanity.

i cannot see any of the options

the correct answer is d. a discussion of specific uses of alliteration

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when you are critiquing or evaluating a poem, you will mostly pay attention to the theme, as well as figures of speech and rhythm. alliteration is a figure of speech where consonants are repeated in neighboring words - and it is important for analysis of sound and rhythm, which is why it might appear in the evaluation of that poem.

the answer is b. the tracer looks harmless in flight, but the pilot’s bitten lips and white knuckles suggest how dangerous it can be.