In the table, compare and contrast the narrative qualities of “Mending Wall” and “Casey at the Bat.” Both poems create a tense mood. Quote two examples from each poem that show the development of tension in the plot. Then describe how these lines develop the tension that is in the narrative.

Washington said that the united states would be "friendly and impartial" in regard to foreign conflict. what was his reason behind this statement? a jefferson and washington had determined the u.s. was too weak to wage war. b the u.s. had a treaty with both england and france, and was thus required to remain neutral. c france asked for the united states to stay out of the war, due to trade relationships. d a special envoy from england asked for strict neutrality on behalf of the united states.