My Sweet Old Etcetera by E.E. Cummings. Use the poem to answer the question. What interpretation can be supported based on the poet's decision to describe how each of his family members views the war? Select the two correct answers. a) The poet reveals the favoritism he shows toward some family members. b) The poet is showing the contrast between the perception of war and it's reality c) The poet is mocking the glorification of war as noble and necessary d) The poet indicates his own view using capitalization to rank importance e) The poet stresses the overall uselessness of violence and war.

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My Sweet Old Etcetera by E.E. Cummings. Use the poem to answer the question.  What interpretation can be supported based on the poet's decision to describe how each of his family members views the war? Select the two correct answers.  a) The poet reveals the favoritism he shows toward some family members. b) The poet is showing the contrast between the perception of war and it's reality c) The poet is mocking the glorification of war as noble and necessary d) The poet indicates his own view using capitalization to rank importance e) The poet stresses the overall uselessness of violence and war.

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Based on the poem "My Sweet Old Etcetera" by E.E. Cummings, the two correct interpretations that can be supported from the poet's decision to describe how each of his family members views the war are:

b) The poet is showing the contrast between the perception of war and its reality.

e) The poet stresses the overall uselessness of violence and war.

These interpretations align with Cummings' exploration of different perspectives on war and his poignant critique of its implications and effects on society and individuals.