Over the centuries, many other societies have declined, collapsed or died out. Famous victims include the Anasazi
in the American Southwest, who abandoned their cities in
the 12th century because of environmental problems and
climate change, and the Greenland Norse, who
disappeared in the 15th century because of all five
interacting factors on the checklist. There were also the
ancient Fertile Crescent societies, the Khmer at Angkor
Wat, the Moche society of Peru - the list goes on.
What is Diamond's claim in this passage?
A. The Anasazi could have survived
B. The American Southwest is more habitable than Greenland
C. Societal decline and failure is common
D. Societies have stopped failing in the last two centuries,

Which excerpt from the awakening best highlights the elation edna feels when she thinks of robert? the morning was full of sunlight and hope. edna could see before her no denial—only the promise of excessive joy. she lay in bed awake, with bright eyes full of speculation. “he loves you, poor fool.” he would come to her in the afternoon or evening, sit and roll his cigarette, talk a little, and go away as he had done the night before. but how delicious it would be to have him there with her! robert did not come that day. she was keenly disappointed. he did not come the following day, nor the next. each morning she awoke with hope, and each night she was a prey to despondency. his horses were full of mettle, and even a little unmanageable. she liked the rapid gait at which they spun along, and the quick, sharp sound of the horses' hoofs on the hard road.

Part a: what are two main ideas of maria w. stewart’s speech? a god is responsible for the discriminatory treatment of african americans. b any individual who decides to commit to a life of domestic servitude is disgraceful. c african americans and women are products of the unfair treatment they receive in the united states. d slavery has crushed african americans’ will to resist and overcome discriminatory practices. e african american women can merely pray for divine intervention for equal rights, as they are not a priority for social reformers. f african americans should work to advance their status by demanding more opportunities for education and meaningful work.

Which tone best fits a business letter