Which of the following best summarizes the author's thesis in the passage?

Speaking rapidly in a large gymnasium causes your words to run together; making them hard to distinguish. true false

The tone of the speech most expressive the feeling of gratitude triumph acceptance frustration

This question is based on the following paragraph. “h, listen! ” said terry. “i can hear her coming down the hallway.” everyone hid behind the couches or in corners. they tried to stifle their giggles and make no sound at all. there was only the sound of a key in the lock as sheila, the birthday girl, came in for the evening. what conclusion can be drawn about what is about to happen? a. terry is playing a game with others. b. sheila is walking into a surprise party. c. terry is stealing some of sheila's belongings. d. sheila is coming home to meet her friends.