Which excerpt shows the cleanest example of ethos

An effective thesis statement will reflect . . 1) possible weaknesses in your own argument. 2) possible weaknesses in your opponent's argument. 3) the type of document--or genre--you plan to write. 4) your attitudes about aquatic mammals

It is very important to promote self esteem in young children

What is the metaphor used for captain beatty? what is he being compared to?