1. part a: which of the following statements best describes a central idea of the text? a capitalism is to blame for the great depression and the end of the roaring twenties because this economic system only benefits wealthy people. b americans were more consumed with entertainment and reckless behavior in the 1920s, allowing the government to make bad decisions. c americans were indulging in excess and deregulation during the 1920s, unaware this would contribute to an economic crisis. d hoover’s progressive policies were not enough to undo much of the damage that was done during the harding and coolidge administrations.

The correct answer is "C". It refers to an entire universe of people "Americans" as well as the phrase "in excess" which includes many of the indulgences and "deregulations".These are presented as the element of the the main reasons for the "economic crisis" in an extended period of time (the 1920s). Any of the other options qualifies as correct simply because they provide supporting details.

c holding free elections

take five to 10 minutes to warm up and cool down properly.

plan to start slowly and boost your activity level gradually unless you are already exercising frequently and vigorously.

be aware that training too hard or too often can cause overuse injuries like stress fractures, stiff or sore joints and muscles, and inflamed tendons and ligaments. sports prompting repetitive wear and tear on certain parts of your body — such as swimming (shoulders), jogging (knees, ankles, and feet), tennis (elbows) — are often overuse culprits, too. a mix of different kinds of activities and sufficient rest is safer.

listen to your body. hold off on exercise when you're sick or feeling very fatigued. cut back if you cannot finish an exercise session, feel faint after exercise or fatigued during the day, or suffer persistent aches and pains in joints after exercising.

if you stop exercising for a while, drop back to a lower level of exercise initially. if you're doing strength training, for example, lift lighter weights or do fewer reps or sets.

for most people, simply drinking plenty of water is sufficient. but if you're working out especially hard or doing a marathon or triathlon, choose drinks that replace fluids plus essential electrolytes.

choose clothes and shoes designed for your type of exercise. replace shoes every six months as cushioning wears out.

for strength training, good form is essential. initially use no weight, or very light weights, when learning the exercises. never sacrifice good form by hurrying to finish reps or sets, or struggling to lift heavier weights.

exercising vigorously in hot, humid conditions can lead to serious overheating and dehydration. slow your pace when the temperature rises above 70°f. on days when the thermometer is expected to reach 80°f, exercise during cooler morning or evening hours or at an air-conditioned gym. watch for signs of overheating, such as headache, dizziness, nausea, faintness, cramps, or palpitations.

dress properly for cold-weather workouts to avoid hypothermia. depending on the temperature, wear layers you can peel off as you warm up. don't forget gloves.