Sasha is writing an argumentative essay in support of the following thesis: Because violations of human rights, genocide, fanaticism, and terrorism continue to claim lives on nearly every continent, it is clear that the world has learned little from the horrors of the German death camps.

Based on this thesis, which best defines the purpose of this essay?

to argue that the kind of hatred that inspired the Nazis continues to prompt murder and suffering of those who are different
to argue that Jewish people are still persecuted throughout the world
to argue that the intolerance manifest in acts of terrorism is like that shown in Nazi Germany
to argue that violence in the world is a direct result of the atrocities in Nazi Germany

How might an author with the opposite attitude rephrase the following sentence? this historic building is a local treasure, with a distinctive exterior and many antiques and fascinating artwork on the inside. choose the correct answer from the following choices, and then select the submit answer button. it's a shame this old building hasn't been torn down yet: its ugly design makes it an eyesore, and it is full of rickety furniture and dusty paintings. this building was built over 100 years ago and features a design not seen on many other buildings of the era as well as a large collection of furniture and art. the old man running the antiques shop watched the kids with suspicion, worrying they would not handle his fragile merchandise with proper care. it is vital that we preserve the history of our town by taking care of buildings like this one, with its interesting design and outstanding collection of art and furniture.

Read the excerpt from "the most dangerous game." again rainsford lifted the heavy knocker, and let it fall. the door opened then, opened as suddenly as if it were on a spring, and rainsford stood blinking in the river of glaring gold light that poured out. the first thing rainsford's eyes discerned was the largest man rainsford had ever seen—a gigantic creature, solidly made and black bearded to the waist. in his hand the man held a long-barreled revolver, and he was pointing it straight at rainsford's heart. the details of this excerpt show that rainsford sees ivan as a(n) individual.

Based on structural elements what type of expository text does this excerpt from a 1917 congressional address by president woodrow wilson exemplify