fondly do we hope—fervently do we pray—that this mighty scourge of war may speedily pass away.

use context clues to determine which choice is the correct definition of scourge in paragraph 5.
a) reward or spoils
b) curse or affliction
c) to clean vigorously
d) to punish or chastise

B).curse or affliction

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the following key ideas correctly express the key sentence.

restate key idea: most people can learn to swim in ten short lessons.

restate key idea: the majority of water-accident victims require mouth-to-mouth breathing.

restate key idea: an empty, tightly closed gallon jug will support a tired swimmer.  

restate key idea: first aid is to prevent accidents as well as assist in rescue.

explanation: the key idea needs to have the same topic as the key sentence (drowning and safety).

comfort   in their suffering