Write a clear and concise thesis statement for a speech on the use of technology in the classroom (or use one you have already written). additionally, explain why you feel it is effective. in your explanation, consider the following questions: does your thesis statement introduce the claim you want to make? is it not too broad? can you discuss the issue and claim in the given time limit? does it reveal the main speech topics? is it simple, clear and direct? does it create interest in your topic? if the answer to any of these questions is "no", you will need to revise your thesis.

It is true that prior to 1914 the united states often had been disturbed by events in other continents. we had even engaged in two wars with european nations and in a number of undeclared wars in the west indies, in the mediterranean and in the pacific for the maintenance of american rights and for the principles of peaceful commerce. but in no case had a serious threat been raised against our national safety or our continued independence. what is the theme of this excerpt? a. the responsibility for americans to avoid involvement in war.b. america’s history of international involvement.c. a new kind of threat to american security.d. america’s history as a peaceful nation.

Which statement best summarizes this excerpt from leo tolstoy's the death of ivan ilyich? and in imagination he began to recall the best moments of his pleasant life. but strange to say none of those best moments of his pleasant life now seemed at all what they had then seemed—none of them except the first recollections of childhood. there, in childhood, there had been something really pleasant with which it would be possible to live if it could return. but the child who had experienced that happiness existed no longer, it was like a reminiscence of somebody else.

Urgently need to do with 1-20. you very much!