Cite Evidence: In his preface to Leaves of Grass, Whitman describes the American poet: “His spirit responds to his country’s spirit… he incarnates its geography and natural life… For such the expression of the American poem is to be transcendent and new… He is the equalizer of his age and land…” How well does Whitman live up to his own description? Bring in specific examples from “Song of Myself” to support your ideas.

Which passage from the story best shows the author's use of surprise to advance the story? a. i'd have gone up to the boss and told him just what i think, tell him everything i would, let him know just what i feel b. "oh, god", he thought, "what a strenuous career it is that i've chosen! travelling day in and day out." c. and he looked over at the alarm clock, ticking on the chest of drawers. "god in heaven! " he thought. it was half past six and the hands were quietly moving forwards, it was even later than half past, more like quarter to seven. d. one morning, when gregor samsa woke from troubled dreams, he found himself transformed in his bed into a horrible vermin. submit

What sign post goes with the quote goodnight goodnight parting is such sweet sorrow. that i shall say goodnight till it be morrow

Which type of writing is best illustrated in a venn diagram? chronological order fact and opinion comparison and contrast cause and effect