Which statement reveals the connection between two central ideas in the passage? A
Although Emerson was considered a great man by many Americans, in actuality his writings
made him less popular with his friends.
B
Because Emerson had clear notions about the role of an artist in American culture, he was a
vocal supporter of Whitman's book Leaves of Grass.
С
Although Emerson believed that other people should not be interested in what he said or did,
he became an important figure in American culture,
D
Because Emerson was a nonconformist who was willing to push the boundaries of traditional
thinking, he became an inspiration to others.

In at least 150 words, discuss the comparison described in the figurative language and how the connotative language reinforces the symbol. certainly the utmost rim of my first dome was filled with the tumultuous impression of soldiers marching to death for freedom's sake, of pioneers streaming westward to establish self-government in yet another sovereign state. only the great dome of st. peter's itself has ever clutched my heart as did that modest curve which had sequestered from infinitude in a place small enough for my child's mind, the courage and endurance which i could not comprehend so long as it was lost in "the void of unresponsible space" under the vaulting sky itself.