which best states a connection between these two texts? a) both texts are about finding an unexpected path to victory. b) both texts are about staying committed to slow, steady progress. c) both texts show characters that are humbled by a tough lesson of loss. d) none of these describe a connection between these two texts, as the texts are totally unconnected PLEASE HELP ILL GIVE U A 100 BRAINLEST

- "the die is cast; i have consented to return if we are not destroyed. thus are my hopes blasted by cowardice and indecision; i come back ignorant and disappointed. it requires more philosophy than i possess to bear this injustice with patience. i have lost my hopes of utility and glory; i have lost my friend."

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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b is the correct answer

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