In this excerpt of Chasing Lincoln’s Killer, how does the author’s focus on John Wilkes Booth affect the way the events are developed? Why do you think the author takes this approach? In your analysis, include evidence that is explicitly stated, as well as inferences you draw from the text. Include textual evidence to support your inferences.

They always say that juvenile delinquency is a problem. a.)them b.)everyone c.)a noun

Constructing an argument: in modern american society, the legalization of marijuana continues to be controversial and hotly debated. some people find it contradictory that certain "drugs"—such as tobacco and alcohol—are legalized even though they pose proven health risks, while marijuana, which has many medicinal applications, continues to be illegal by the federal government. what reasons do you think the federal government gives for outlawing marijuana, and do the reasons support the conclusion?

Aman lives on the twelfth floor of an apartment building. every morning he takes the elevator down to the lobby and leaves the building. in the evening, he gets into the elevator, and, if there is someone else in the elevator -- or if it was raining that day -- he goes back to his floor directly. otherwise, he goes to the tenth floor and walks up two flights of stairs to his apartment.