On page 4, what does the phrase "a rare gem" suggest about Lord Henley's
feelings about the fossil?

Lord Henley feels that the fossil is an
important scientific discovery.

Lord Henley feels proud that he can
afford such an expensive fossil.

Lord Henley feels that the fossil could be
worth as much as a prized jewel.

Lord Henley feels surprised that the fossil
is pretty like a precious stone.

Which best compares the authors’ purposes in silent spring and “save the redwoods”? both authors want readers to protect human rights. both authors want readers to focus on saving trees. both authors intend to entertain readers with their essays. both authors intend to convince readers of their viewpoint.

In the real world, feldman learned to settle for less than 95 percent. he came to consider a company “honest” if its payment rate was above 90 percent. he considered a rate between 80 and 90 percent “annoying but tolerable.” if a company habitually paid below 80 percent, feldman might post a hectoring note, like this one: the cost of bagels has gone up dramatically since the beginning of the year. unfortunately, the number of bagels that disappear without being paid for has also gone up. don’t let that continue. i don’t imagine that you would teach your children to cheat, so why do it yourselves? the excerpt serves as which type of support for the authors’ argument? a claim an example a conclusion a counterclaim

What food does bottom want? a. nuts c. fruit b. hay d. milk