Which statement is true about independent clauses? a. they are connected by a coordinating conjunction. b. they have a subject but do not have a predicate. c. they do not make complete sense on their own. d. they are never combined with a dependent clause. e. they always start with a subordinating conjunction.

A.They are connected by a coordinating conjunction.

Explanation:

imagery :

"facing the rising sun of our new day begun"

paints a vivid picture and emphasizes the meaning, purpose, and emotional weight of the piece

alliteration:

"sing a song full of the faith".

contributes to the musical quality

oxymoron:

"silent tears"

intensifies the emotional content of the poem

simile :

"loud as the rolling sea"

conveys a sense of widespread rejoicing

explanation:

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i'm pretty sure i had this question the other day and b was the right answer.