How does this paragraph develop the central idea that spies in the Civil War era were amateurs?

It explains why someone without training would want to help her country.
It enhances the reader’s understanding by showing why there was no training.
It complicates the reader’s understanding by showing the damage spies could cause.
It changes the reader’s perception about the opposing sides in the Civil War.

Tell whomever you meet about this new opportunity. the bolded words are what kind of clause?

Which of these sentences would best express the main idea of a speech arguing that people should participate in a charity softball tournament? a) softball is a great way to get some much-needed exercise. eliminate b) the money raised by the tournament will local animal shelters. c) the tournament is a fun way to spend time with friends while a worthy cause. d) even if you don't have any softball experience, you can form a team and participate.

Write an objective summary of the piece by restating the central ideas in your own words.(from nature by ralph waldo emerson.)