A system or organization in which people or groups of organisms are ranked.

Based on the narrator's comments about living with the widow douglas, the reader can infer that a) the narrator doesn't care much for civilization and its strict rules. b) the narrator admires and wants to become more civilized and refined. c) the narrator is extremely religious and of high moral standing. d) the narrator desires to become a productive member of society.

What is the leading cause if water scarcity throughout much of the world

Healing after the death of a loved one is most difficult when: a) the bereaved is not allowed to mourn in the way he or she wishes b) the death is a long, protracted one c.) a period of grief has already elapsed d) no other mourners are present