The author uses paragraph 6 to A) urge his readers to take action.
B) help readers understand his point about how oceans affect weather.
C) describe to readers how the oceans help humans and animals survive.
D) provide readers with his conclusion about why oceans are interesting.

According to the article, what is the author's point of view toward rebellion in adolescence (i. e. good, bad, necessary evil)? cite evidence from the text in your answer. (source is rebel with a cause: rebellion in adolescence)

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 completes its flow of reasoning