Why is franklin’s “the way to wealth” often referred to as a “secular sermon”? a. it's meant to be read aloud to an audience. b. it presents a system of ethical behavior through proverbs. c. it motivates its audience through descriptions of the afterlife. d. it uses religious stories and imagery to communicate modern ideals.

The correct answer is B. It presents a system of ethical behavior through proverbs.

Explanation:

In 1758, Benjamin Franklin wrote an essay called “The Way to Wealth”.  this particular book contains a collection of adages and advice presented in Poor Richard's Almanac. The book talked about achieving success through consistent thrift and hard work. And it is considered a secular sermon due to the fact that it uses ethical behaviors which can be applied by people of different religions, cultures, and beliefs.

hello,

your answer is a) the metaphor suggests that the poetic themes are serious and dark.

collins is comparing the poem to a dark room. he is suggesting that the poems theme is serious and wants you to understand it. you don't need to understand the poet in order to understand the poem. you also don't need to move around while reading it. he is simply saying the poem has a dark and serious theme.

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