Victory for the ACT Student Text 15e

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ϐ‹ˆ–Š relationship, that between friend and 42 friend—was horizontal. A third tradition 43 was respect for learning, another basic idea of Confucius. In traditional Japan, study was the absolute duty of man. It was a religious mandate as well as a social duty and was a means of promoting a harmonious and stable 44 44 45 society. The individual’s behavior was strictly prescribed by law and custom. Only the Samurai had the right to retaliate with force if they were displeased. But his primary duty was to the lord. 46 47

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The best description of the development of this essay would be: F. argument and rebuttal. G. a personal narrative. H. a three-part exposition. J. question and answer.