Read the sentences from paragraph 11. Caffeine withdrawal is no laughing matter, as it can cause headaches, stomachaches, difficulty concentrating, and trouble sleeping. It is important, though, that Americans not passively accept that caffeine is a necessary part of life. While it is difficult to loosen the grip of caffeine on our bodies, withdrawal symptoms are only temporary, and they are worth the effort to make our bodies healthier.

What does the use of the word passively imply? Select TWO correct answers.
A
The author wants to criticize people who say that caffeine withdrawal is difficult.

B
The author wants to scare people into thinking that caffeine withdrawal is worse than the effects of drinking it.

C
The author wants to show people that they need to take a more active role in their health, even if it is difficult sometimes.

D
The author wants to say that caffeine, in small amounts, is all right when compared to the side effects of caffeine withdrawal.

E
The author thinks that people who use caffeine withdrawal symptoms as an excuse to keep drinking coffee are not accepting the negative effects of continuing to drink coffee.

What does the word precocious mean in this sentence

With this 3 questions ! really need them right! 1. the first continental congress met in philadelphia on september 5, 1774. all of the colonies sent representatives except georgia. this congress continued in session until october 26, 1774. by then it had passed resolutions calling for a boycott against british trade. the author's main purpose was a. to inform b. to persuade c. to instruct d. to give an opinion 2. identify the point of view of each of the following passages. "my second mate was a round-cheeked, silent young man, grave beyond his years, i thought; but as our eyes happened to meet i detected a slight quiver on his lips. i looked down at once. it was not my part to encourage sneering on board my ship. it must be said, too, that i knew very little of my officers." (joseph conrad, "the secret sharer") a. first person b. third person limited c. third person omniscient d. none of the above 3. identify the point of view of each of the following passages. "he had only himself to in his choice: his fortune was his own; for as to frank, it was more than being tacitly brought up as his uncle's heir, it had become so avowed an adoption as to have him assume the name of churchill on coming of age. it was most unlikely, therefore, that he should ever want his father's assistance. his father had no apprehension of it." (jane austen, emma) a. third person omniscient b. third person limited c. first person d. none of the above

In at least two paragraphs, discuss the differences between the principles of republicanism and democracy. explain whether you think the united states is more of a republic or a democracy. refer to at least one example from the constitution. (10 points)