Question

how are the views of the narrators similar in \facing it\ and
ot a dove, but no longer a hawk\?

both narrators discuss the negative impact of war on the innocent civilians.
both narrators oppose american involvement in the vietnam war.
both narrators are critical of the treatment of veterans after the vietnam war.
both narrators are saddened by the harsh realities of the vietnam war.

Explanation:

Analyze the themes of "Facing It" and "Not a Dove, But No Longer a Hawk"

• "Facing It" by Yusef Komunyakaa is a poem capturing the intense grief, trauma, and emotional struggle of a Vietnam War veteran visiting the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
• "Not a Dove, But No Longer a Hawk" by Neil Sheehan is an essay reflecting on the devastating, tragic realities and moral toll of the Vietnam War on both the soldiers and the nation.

Compare the shared perspectives of both narrators

• Both texts focus deeply on the sorrow, pain, and harsh, sobering realities brought by the Vietnam War rather than focusing solely on political opposition, post-war treatment of veterans, or civilian impacts specifically.
• The common thread is the profound sadness and emotional weight of the war's grim realities.

Answer:

• (A) Both narrators discuss the negative impact of war on the innocent civilians.
• (B) Both narrators oppose American involvement in the Vietnam War.
• (C) Both narrators are critical of the treatment of veterans after the Vietnam War.
• (D) Both narrators are saddened by the harsh realities of the Vietnam War. (Correct answer)