In "the think tank," the final paragraph begins with the question, "what's the next step? " which best explains why the author includes this question? a) to suggest that writers, like scientists, must be curious b) to show that she does not have all the answers c) to casually lead into shumaker's plans for future research d) to criticize shumaker's lack of ideas about what to do next

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.

Does anyone read this story in 9th grade "when mr. pirzada came to dine"

Which of the following is an aspect of setting in a literary work? 1. time ii. place iii. social/historical context i only i and 11 ll and iii i, ii, and iii