How do BOTH passages approach the event of crossing the Rubicon differently?
Passage 1 presents events that occurred
before the crossing, while Passage 2 focuses
on what occurred after.
Passage 1 mainly focuses on the likely
disadvantages of the crossing, while
Passage 2 suggests there will be rewards.
Passage 1 presents the reasons for Caesar's
decision, while Passage 2 suggests his
decision required little thought
Passage 1 mainly presents Caesar's actions
and feelings, while Passage 2 focuses on how
his soldiers act and feel.

Why does the author's description of the mercury boiler—"the mercury, when vaporized, going into a mercury turbine and then into a condenser, remaining hot enough to generate steam in a steam boiler"—intentionally incorporate such highly technical language? using technical language establishes the expertise of the writer and convey the complex nature of the process being described. using technical language allows the writer to subtly poke fun at those who seek to make basic processes seem overly complicated. using technical language encourages readers to develop deeper and more meaningful personal connections to the information. using technical language lets the writer make clear to readers that the article is intended for readers who are themselves experts on electricity.