Question 4 (5 points) When reading an informational text, how do you identify the author's thesis statement? (5 points)
a
The thesis statement is the first sentence of the introduction, in which the author introduces the topic for the first time.
b
The thesis statement is the sentence in the introduction that states the author's specific ideas about the topic.
c
The thesis statement is the sentence found at the beginning of a body paragraph, which is followed by supporting details.
d
The thesis statement is the sentence found at the end of the conclusion, which wraps up the author's ideas on the subject.

In the list below, which plot event appears out of order? setting rising action falling action climax resolution setting rising action falling action resolution

This thinning would materially change the sound of the drum, evidence that although it might continue to be used for its original purpose of music-making or calling people to arms, it would now do so with a different voice. a musical instrument had become a trophy, and the new carvings were in fact branding, a statement of the north’s political dominance over central africa and of allegiance to islam. the drum had come to khartoum at a critical moment in sudanese history. in an audio version, stressing the word "branding" would do what for the listener? emphasize the word's importance and the idea that followsadd emphasis to the following sentencesignal that something important has just been repeatedadd emphasis to the preceding sentence

What belief system was john brown following when he said it was "god's will" that he use violence to end slavery? pilgrim christian puritan quaker