George: Hi Paul. This Mariah, my cousin.
Paul: Hello Mariah. I Paul. you a student?
Mariah: No, I a doctor. I work in Atlanta.
a) is – am – Are – am
b) are – am – Are – is
c) is – are – Is – am
d) are – am – Are – am
e) is – am – Is – am

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?