Which of these lines is an example of hyperbole? A. Are fleets and armies necessary to a work of love and reconciliation?
B. An appeal to arms and to the God of Hosts is all that is left us!
C. Gentlemen may cry, Peace, Peace, but there is no peace.
D. But when shall we be stronger? Will it be the next week, or the next year?

Which revision of this sentence best uses direct characterization?

Which statement best describes the effect of the metaphor on the excerpt's meaning? o a. it compares the sloshing liquid to a river of water able to push apart the sidewalk o b. it makes the frozen crystals seem like friends to the city to contrast with what a deceitful foe they are. o c. it compares the frozen crystals to delicately lacy snowflakes having arn unexpected strength o d. it likens h20 molecules to hexagonal crystals, which are actually larger than people imagine.

Why does the author of exploring the titanic give background information about his youth and education? to show his lifelong love for the ocean