What is the author trying to emphasize in the passage when he uses the words “victims living in years of captivity”? (Select two.)

Question

Responses
A Obligations Obligations
B Contradictions Contradictions
C Exaggerations Exaggerations
D Emotions Emotions
E Solutions Solutions

Answer 1

In the passage, the author is likely emphasizing:

B. Contradictions - The phrase "victims living in years of captivity" suggests a stark contrast between the idea of being alive and the experience of captivity, highlighting the contradiction between existence and freedom.

D. Emotions - The term "victims" evokes a strong emotional response, emphasizing the suffering and helplessness of those in captivity, which evokes empathy and concern from the reader.

So, the correct responses are B and D.