Question

comparing and contrasting
which line from the text provides evidence that the author is comparing and contrasting the ideas of plato and aristotle?
“many of the farmers at philadelphia had studied and understood plato’s and aristotle’s political philosophies.”
“a few years after losing the war with sparta, athens put the 70 - year - old socrates on trial for not accepting the gods of athens.”
“the constitution further limits the powers of the government by listing its powers. the government may not exercise any power beyond those listed.”
“like plato, aristotle, wrote extensively on the subjects of tyranny and the rule of law.”

Explanation:

The phrase "Like Plato, Aristotle" in the last option indicates a comparison. It shows the author is relating the writing - topics of Plato and Aristotle, contrasting or comparing their ideas on tyranny and the rule of law. The other options do not involve comparing or contrasting Plato and Aristotle's ideas.

Answer:

"Like Plato, Aristotle, wrote extensively on the subjects of tyranny and the rule of law."