Use the dictionary entry for contentious to answer the questions below.

In the context of the passage, what does the word torpid mean? b. predatory a. energetic c. dormant d. aquatic

Which statement best explains the function of the subtitlein this text? a.it provides additional information that narrows the focusof the text.b.it draws attention to important information in the table ofcontents.c.it introduces the various sections that appear withineach chapter.d.it explains the author's primary reason for writing aboutthis topic.correct (a)

Ineed simplifying this thesis and making it easier to understand for the reader (more concise) "no matter how religious one may be, one’s faith tends to change under unexpected and challenging circumstances."