The papers and placards say, that I am to deliver a 4th [of] July oration. This certainly sounds large, and out of the
common way, for it is true that I have often had the
privilege to speak in this beautiful Hall, and to address
many who now honor me with their presence

How does Douglass establish ethos in this passage?

A. Douglass points out how little he knows about his audience and
the meaning of Independence Day
B. Douglass condescends to his audience about having to speak to
them on a holiday
C. Douglass shows his humility at speaking to the audience on this
occasion
D. Douglass expresses his social position in relation to his audience

Which excerpt from “the girl who silenced the world for five minutes” supports suzuki’s argument that she is “losing [her] future”? coming here today, i have no hidden agenda. losing my future is not like losing an election or a few points on the stock market. and now we hear about animals and plants going extinct every day – vanishing forever. i'm only a child, yet i know we are all in this together and should act as one single world towards one single goal.

Now poetry is a genre of literature that offers readers a great variety of stories, thoughts, and images using different formats and rhyme schemes. this variety allows readers to experience a vast array of literary mediums. you could say that the different forms have their own elements, terms, and definitions. you could also say that different forms of poetry require different approaches and methods for deriving meaning. think about specific works of poetry that you have read, including the reading selections for this unit. discuss particular elements or types of poetry that you begin to understand the different parts of a poem. what are some of the challenges you have faced when reading poetry? explain the strategies that have with your reading comprehension.

The essay sea stars by barbara hurd. what point is the author making by comparing a sea star missing an arm to a human losing a limb?