Antithesis is used in an essay on man to

a) explore the similarities between all men.
b) explore the opposing sides of human nature.
c) emphasize the traditional values of the poet.
d) emphasize the need for more emotion.

The antithesis used in “An Essay on Man” is to explore the similarities between all men. Thus, the right answer is Option A.

Explanation:

The use of antithesis is done in poetry to show a contrast between two ideas, terms or phrases. It is used to generate a figurative language that embellishes and adds imagery to the poem or juxtaposes ideas that differ in a balanced way.

The same is used by Alexander Pope in his work “An Essay on Man,” where he starts by talking about fate. He states that man must not question what God has made as he can’t understand for being a part of it. The second book differs from the first where reason, wit, practical and impractical elements of varied arts and sciences, talent, the benefit of learning and science find its mention. Politics and religion constitute the third part or the book. Lastly, the fourth epistle concentrates on practical mortality.

B. explore the opposing sides of human nature.

Explanation:

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1- cleans/ tidies up

2- were

3-would be

4- had known

5-takes

6-must be/ have to be/should be

the correct answer is b. in order to explain a point clearly in an essay, it is always better to include a clear example of your ideas. including an scenario in which a family is affected by consumerism will support your argument as well as supporting details, such as quotations from experts and statistics. option a could be correct, but statistics and quotations are supporting ideas rather than clear explanations. choices c and d are simply inadequate. they do not add information about the effects of consumerism, rather they are strategies for engaging the reader