Is this a WEAK or STRONG thesis statement and WHY. 1) Have you ever wondered what happens to recycled plastic.

2) Volunteering is a good way to build a resume and gain valuable experience.

3) Technology is changing lives.

they are strong

Explanation:

1.) Weak.

2.) Strong.

3.) Weak.

Explanation: 1 is weak because it doesn't really grab the reader's attention.

2 is strong because it gets the reader's attention and gives an explanation for their claim all in one sentence.

3 is weak because there's no explanation for their claim and it doesn't get the attention of the reader.

third person

explanation:

note the usage of names and pronouns, "james" & "the old man". this alone can confirm it as third person, as first person uses "i" and the like, while second person uses "you" and the like.

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answer: metaphor: because there is a comparison between the treasures spread on the ground and the evil seed of adam drifting from the shoreline  

explanation: