Why is it significant that Walt Whitman discusses the mechanic, carpenter, mason, and boatman? What is his point? Consider other perspectives: how might the American experience depicted in this poem differ from that of immigrants, or of African-Americans (remember, slavery was abolished in 1865 - 10 years after this poem was written)?
Compare this poem with your vision of America today. Using supportive evidence, answer this question: How has America changed over time?

Ronald sees that his employer's stock has grown from $20 a share to $60 a share this year, while most stocks have seen only 5% growth. his employer offers to let him convert a large portion of his salary into stock options. what is not a valid reason to turn down the stock offer? select the best answer from the choices provided. a. stocks with high returns have high volatility, and ronald's company may not grow further. b. ronald may be taxed more for capital gains than he would be for employment income. c. stock options are illiquid, and ronald may not be able to use them to pay for unexpected bills. d. ronald would be committing stock fraud if he exercises the options.

Write a summary about what you have learned about interpreting literature and presenting it to an audience.

Which of the following identified malala yousafzai’s main claim in the text?