Question

a. the poem, with its short length, explores water using broad strokes; the drama has more plot to describe water in greater detail.
b. the poem uses literary language to approach the topic of water in a more academic way; the drama uses dialogue to comment on water in a more conversational and relatable way.
c. the poem uses figurative language to explore water, treating water as the main character; the drama uses dialogue to explore how water affects the lives of the dramas two characters.
d. the poem uses bits of imagery to celebrate water as a force of good; the drama uses action to portray the power of water in a realistic way.
hint 3 think about the way a drama can explore a topic and how character dialogue differs from poetic language.

Explanation:

• Option A: A poem can use figurative language rather than just "broad strokes" based on length. Also, a drama's plot isn't mainly about describing a topic in detail.
• Option B: Literary language in a poem is not "academic". Academic language is more about research - based, formal writing in an educational context, not the creative literary language of a poem.
• Option C: Poems often personify (a form of figurative language) elements like water (treating it as a character). Dramas use dialogue between characters to show how a topic (like water) affects their lives. This is a valid contrast.
• Option D: While a poem can use imagery, saying it "bits of imagery" is a weak description. Also, a drama can have elements of fiction and may not always portray things in a "realistic" way through action.

Answer:

C. The poem uses figurative language to explore water, treating water as the main character; the drama uses dialogue to explore how water affects the lives of the drama’s two characters.