Question

1. the writer used the phrases \this challenges\ and \this emphasizes\ in their explanations. explain why these phrases are stronger than the more common phrase, \this shows.\

Explanation:

The phrase "this shows" is rather neutral and simple, just indicating a basic demonstration. "This challenges" implies a more active engagement, suggesting that what is presented goes against existing ideas or assumptions, adding an element of intellectual confrontation. "This emphasizes" conveys a stronger focus on highlighting and stressing the importance of a particular point, going beyond a mere display as in "this shows".

Answer:

The phrases "this challenges" and "this emphasizes" are stronger because "this challenges" implies confrontation with existing ideas and "this emphasizes" highlights importance more forcefully compared to the neutral "this shows".