Ruby is writing an argument about icebergs. Read her claim and reason, and then answer the question. CLAIM: By studying icebergs, biologists gain valuable information about many other parts of the natural world. REASON: Studying icebergs helps biologists to learn about life in the ocean. Which of the following sentences should she use as evidence to prove the reason is true? A. Icebergs can affect ocean currents a great distance from the icebergs themselves. B. The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea created the International Ice Patrol in 1913. C. The lifespan of an iceberg is only a few years, but the glaciers from which they come can exist for as long as three thousand years. D. Recent studies have shown that water surrounding an iceberg is full of sea creatures that feed on nutrients released by the iceberg as it melts.

Using the format below, write a five-paragraph letter to jem explaining how you feel about three of his decisions. explain whether or not your perception of him has changed and why. use direct quotes from the text to support why you feel the way that you do. refer to the formatting of the friendly letter below to you correctly structure your work. heading sender's address greeting (dear after skipping a line and indenting, begin your opening paragraph. this paragraph states the purpose for writing the letter. tone should be friendly and respectful. skip another line and indent to continue the body of your letter. the body is where you add examples, details, and other relevant information. this letter should contain one to two body paragraphs. skip a line and indent yet again to begin your concluding paragraph. the recipient and make any requests in this paragraph. salutation (sincerely, regards,) sender's signature