How does Thoreau defend his approach in the second paragraph of “Economy” in Walden? He uses the word “I” because he feels it sounds more interesting. He does not use first-person point of view because his is a fictional account. He uses first-person point of view to get his readers’ attention. He uses the word “I” for the sake of sincerity and honesty.

Which historical detail can best clarify a reader’s understanding of the information in the excerpt? immigrant factory workers who spoke the same language were separated from each other at work. immigrant factory workers who spoke the same language were known to talk too much at work. immigrant factory workers had to pay rent for their chairs and the supplies they needed at work. immigrant factory workers were crowded into unsafe buildings with locked doors and fire escapes.

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Which of these flaws does ulysses reveal while leaving the island after blinding the cyclops? a. a need for comfort b. a need for companionship c. a desire for glory d. a desire for riches