read the topic sentence.

the sequoias are majestic examples of nature’s architecture.

which sentence uses a metaphor to strengthen the topic sentence?

a) the towering giants can grow over 200 feet tall.
b) they continue to impress visitors.
c) the sequoias tower high above the visitors.
d) some are more than a thousand years old.
need asap

3. cite evidence the author cites several statistics in the section "why protest? "what are some of these statistics, and what is their function in the document?

Read the passage. size matters when you are hosting a conference. trenton place is the largest convention center in the country, boasting 2.6 million square feet of space. over the course of a year, trenton place will host over three million visitors for public exhibitions and trade shows. trenton place is also home to big sky theater. the theater is one of the largest theaters in the city, equipped to host concerts, plays, and seminars. what is the best use of ellipses to shorten the passage? size matters when you are hosting a conference. . the largest convention center in the country, boasting 2.6 million square feet of space. trenton place is also home to big sky theater. . one of the largest theaters in the city, equipped to host concerts, plays, and seminars. over the course of a year, trenton place will host over three million visitors for public exhibitions and trade shows. . home to big sky theater. trenton place is the largest convention center in the country. . trenton place will host over three million visitors for public exhibitions and trade shows.

Why does the narrator distinguish himself and the young soldier who was injured within the first hour after arriving at the front from the "hawks"?