What can be inferred about the cyclops?

Which best compares the authors’ purposes in silent spring and “save the redwoods”? both authors want readers to protect human rights. both authors want readers to focus on saving trees. both authors intend to entertain readers with their essays. both authors intend to convince readers of their viewpoint.

In which two sentences does the author use an ironic tone toward the subject

“to build a fire” what wild idea does the man conjure up as a last resort?