What is free verse?
a. poetry that doesn’t follow the rules of a particular structure
b. poetry that follows a strict pattern of rhyme and rhythm
c. poetry that uses rhyme, but does not use rhythm
d. poetry that uses rhythm, but does not rhyme

Read the excerpts from samuel johnson’s preface to a dictionary of the english language. which statement best describes the use of the underlined word in the excerpts? in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the physical act of moving. in excerpt 1, it refers to personal growth, while in excerpt 2, it suggests scientific discoveries. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests the gradual march of time. in excerpt 1, it refers to societal advancement, while in excerpt 2, it suggests steps toward a particular goal.