Use the sentence to answer the question.

Question

Although his younger students greeted the new
practice with enthusiasm, the “old guard” had
staked their reputations on the belief in
miasmas.
Which type of connection does the author make
between the ideas in this sentence?
(1 point)
problem and solution
cause and effect
comparison
contrast

Answer 1

The author makes a contrast between the reactions of his younger students and the "old guard." The younger students greet the new practice with enthusiasm, while the "old guard" holds onto their beliefs in miasmas.

Answer 2

Which type of connection shows how ideas are similar
or different? (1 point)
comparison and contrast
cause and effect
problem and solution
chronological order

Answer 3

The type of connection that shows how ideas are similar or different is comparison and contrast.