Position statement : Having one or two close friends is better than having many friends because those close friends will really understand you , and you will have time and energy to care about them in return What makes this position effective ? Check all that apply It is stated clearly , is weak It is focused on the topic , It allows the reader to write about both sides of the issue , It includes the writer's point of view , It includes one or more reasons .

-  It is stated clearly

- It includes the writer's point of view.

- It includes one or more reasons.

Explanation:

The key characteristic which makes the given claim regarding 'having one or two friends better than many friends' effective is that first of all, it is stated very clearly without any complication and that's why it goes straight into the mind of the reader. The other reason is that it expresses the author's viewpoint and opinion in this context and also gives an idea that it could be his/her personal experience. The reason that the author provides('because...return') justifies the claim logically and makes the idea more impactful.

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imagery :

"facing the rising sun of our new day begun"

paints a vivid picture and emphasizes the meaning, purpose, and emotional weight of the piece

alliteration:

"sing a song full of the faith".

contributes to the musical quality

oxymoron:

"silent tears"

intensifies the emotional content of the poem

simile :

"loud as the rolling sea"

conveys a sense of widespread rejoicing

explanation:

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