Read the excerpt from Heart of a Samurai. [Manjiro] took one last glance behind them and noticed something strange. Dark streaks ran like ribbons through the water.

Which best states the author’s purpose for using the word “strange”?

to develop Manjiro’s character
to create a feeling of suspense
to describe the story’s setting
to quicken the pace of the story

Plz change it i can not change this sentences .

Walking is not the most exciting form of exercise a person can take on for fitness. yet it is low impact and requires no fancy equipment. that makes walking a simple activity for those new to exercise. walking is less likely than other exercises to cause injury to leg tendons and muscles. all it requires is a good pair of sneakers-no cables, stylish outfits, or weights required. of course, a person could increase the benefit of a workout by adding weights or speed walking. identify the main idea of this paragraph. walking is a difficult and safe exercise for beginners. walking is an easy and safe exercise for beginners. walking is a boring and dangerous form of exercise. walking is an exciting and very effective form of exercise.

Question 21 of 25 2 points which sentence is a claim that is both arguable and defensible? o a. giving children mobile phones can protect them in emergencies. b. mobile phones are bad for most individuals, especially children. o c. children should not be given mobile phones, d. mobile phones can be used for good or evil,