Question

which of these best explains the paradox presented in the poem \homework\?
though many famous monuments need restoration, rescuing wildlife needs to be prioritized.
though there are countless global crises that require attention, the most important one is reducing pollution.
though an international clean - up is needed, the solution is not as simple as cleaning laundry.
though many countries have problems that need attention, the united states cannot address them all.

Explanation:

A paradox is a statement that seems contradictory but may hold truth. In the poem "Homework," the speaker lists various global problems (like environmental issues in different places) and compares fixing them to doing laundry. The idea that an international clean - up (like solving global problems) is needed (similar to doing laundry which is a form of cleaning) but is not as simple as actual laundry (because global problems are complex) is a paradox.

Answer:

Though an international clean - up is needed, the solution is not as simple as cleaning laundry.