Decide if the clause in capital letters is dependent or independent. i have planned to travel to the middle east although it will be expensive.
a. a dependent clause
b. an independent clause

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?