Which sentence most likely describes the conflict in a story? Maria convinced Karina to meet her at a mutual friend's house, where they worked things out.

Maria and Karina believe that they will be best friends forever, or at least through high school.

Maria met Karina on the second day of middle school, when Karina fell in gym class.

Maria thought Karina was her best friend, but lately Karina has been avoiding her.

The reversalists continue their labors, confident that they will one day construct an engine that generates more compression than it uses, a perpetual power source that will restore to the universe its lost vigor. which theme is best supported by the excerpt? a. scientific study requires dedication and perseverance. b. people will always look for a way to achieve immortality. c. death must always be endured alone. d. change is difficult to accept but beneficial if embraced.