What can be identified as the author's purpose in the following statement by chief seattle? "the great, and i presume also good, white chief sends us word that he wants to buy our lands but is willing to allow us to reserve enough to live on comfortably. this indeed appears generous, for the red man no longer has rights that he need respect, and the offer may be wise, also, for we are no longer in need of a great country."

What would be the most likely consequence to society if citizens began refusing to fulfill their citizenship responsibilities a) people would have more free time because they would have fewer social obligations b) people would find that society was able to look after itself with the of civic participation c) people would face the threat of losing their individual rights and freedoms d) people would benefit from the direction of strong leaders who would guard their freedoms