Which sentence uses the word volcano or volcanoes as figurative language? The freshman class learned today that not all volcanoes erupt violently.
The freshmen will have their volcanoes for science with them today.
The situation with the freshman is like a volcano threatening to erupt.
The situation with the freshman volcano project has been resolved.

answer: the correct answer is b. an essay that connects the writer's experience with a topic of significance and of reader interest.

explanation: the key words are here "personal experience" since personal essays give insights about peoples' experiences in life and introduce us in their unique world that can be or not to related to our lives but interests us because we are human beings and share the same condition universally.  

recommended becuase why did he read the book? becuase it was recommended

recent brain research has shown some surprising benefits as a result of formal musical training. learning to play a musical instrument appears to develop parts of the brain that can even influence academic results. the studies indicate that the earlier a child begins training, the more benefits there are. one such study showed that children who began musical studies before the age of seven had a more developed brain in the region where language production and auditory processing take place. scientists believe there is mounting evidence to show that early musical training can improve brain function.

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