Based on the passage, what prediction should a reader
make about who will win the contest between arachne and
athena?
o arachne will win.
athena will win.
o the contest will end in a tie.
o arachne's mother will her win.

Read the passage from an argumentative essay. many endangered species are currently threatened by climate change. there are some laws already in place, but are they effective enough? anyone with a conscience knows that these creatures deserve the chance to survive without outside threats impeding their survival. i suppose this is a tough decision for lawmakers, but i hope they choose wisely. which statement best evaluates the claim in the passage?