1)a fair-weather friend 2)under the weather
3)snowed under
4)a breeze
5)to save something for a rainy day
6)full of hot air

a. sick
b. something really easy for a person to do
c. very busy
d. o be prepared for possible problems in the future, usually by saving money
e. talking a lot but never doing what one says
f. someone who doesn't help when a friend is in trouble

Read the passage from an argumentative essay. many endangered species are currently threatened by climate change. there are some laws already in place, but are they effective enough? anyone with a conscience knows that these creatures deserve the chance to survive without outside threats impeding their survival. i suppose this is a tough decision for lawmakers, but i hope they choose wisely. which statement best evaluates the claim in the passage?