Read the sentence from a student's critical analysis
essay.
In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson talks about independence through his use of big words and fancy
argument skills.
Which is the best revision to the sentence?
Thomas Jefferson put difficult words and strong argumentative abilities to work when he wrote the Declaration of
Independence
In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson uses his command of the English language to make a powerful
argument for American independence.
Thomas Jefferson uses fanciful words and great arguments to make a case for American independence in the Declaration of
Independence.
In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson talks using sophisticated words to make a good case so that Britain
will give Americans their independence.
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Which pair of uses of figurative language from "the caged bird" support the extended metaphor of freedom versus oppression? back of the wind; floats downstream his wings are clipped; his feet are tied the caged bird sings; the free bird thinks dawn bright lawn; grave of dreams

"where are you taking me? " the car hesitated, or rather gave a faint whirring click, as if information, somewhere, was dropping card by punch- slotted card under electric eyes. "to the psychiatric center for research on regressive tendencies." he got in. the door shut with a soft thud. the police car rolled through the night avenues, flashing its dim lights ahead. which statement best describes the intended aesthetic impact of this excerpt? o a. by showing leonard obeying the police car, the author reinforces the theme of surrendering one s individuality. o b. by relating the way the car responds, the author underscores the theme of the dangers of a mechanized of society o c. by having leonard, a seemingly normal person, taken to a psychiatric center, the author injects irony, leaving the reader surprised o d. by showing leonard communicating with another person, the author satisfies his need for human contact, leaving the reader hopeful

Which type of map best shows differences in elevation?