Thinking about F. T. Marinetti and the futurist movement being one of the cornerstones of fascism, why do you think many of the ideas he discusses can be so appealing to the populace of the time, and young men in particular? Remember, the ideas presented within were some of the pillars of Hitler’s rise to power in Nazi Germany, Mussolini’s rise to power in Fascist Italy, and Franco’s rise to power in Fascist Spain. Consider this: how might the longing for a simplicity of the past help lead to the desire for fascism?

Excerpt from the ultimate fighting championship mary o'dell 1 american interest in mixed martial arts is growing. both male and female athletes are invited to compete, although this sport is not recommended for the prima donna. this full contact fighting combines various martial arts techniques so fighters with different styles can compete against each other. this intriguing sport has convinced more than one athlete that he is not, in fact, the alpha and the omega! many people think that all combative sports should be strictly monitored and regulated by state commissions. it is obvious that the ultimate fighting championship (ufc) is an organization that promotes combative athletic events. state athletic commissions should strictly monitor and regulate the ufc. select the rebuttal statement that best refutes the viewpoint in section one. a) it is necessary to oversee the athletes involved in mixed martial arts. b) it is unnecessary to oversee the athletes involved in mixed martial arts. c) it is necessary for athletes involved in mixed martial arts to self-regulate. d) one distinctive feature of mixed martial arts is the combination of various techniques.

If the author's last name is mentioned in the sentence, it does not need to be included in the in-text citation.

What is the effect of narrator's word choice on the tone of this passage? the words "my heart shrank within itself" create a fearful tone. the words "better-omened" set a hopeful tone. the words "wounded his fellow" develop a remorseful tone. the words "struck harsh upon my ears" suggest an irritated tone.