What does the root ratio mean in the word rationalize?

Advocates of the new policy rationalized that the change eventually would improve conditions.

reason

announce

debate

clarify

Read the sentence. Eagerly awaited are the archaeologists' new discoveries. What is the simple subject? discoveries archaeologists awaited Eagerly

Which character says there isn't anything to laugh about and there is nothing fun to play? A. Eat-it-all Elaine B. the speaker of "Thoughts on Talkers" C. the woman from Holland in "Going Too Far" D. the speaker of "Since Hanna Moved Away"

Gatsby's loyalty to Daisy is sad.

Why does attending college involve an opportunity cost? College only opens up certain job opportunities. It takes a lot of time to earn the money needed to pay for college. College tuition is very expensive.

Indirect characterization is when an author develops the character through his actions, dialogues, thoughts, appearance, and other character reactions.

Why were glowworms useful to soldiers A:glowworms make an instant light B:glowworms make a dim light C:gloworms make a lasting light D:gloworms make a clear light

Identify the sentence as active or passive: Too many coupons were handed out at the mall today.

Dear Mr. Vernon: We accpet the fact that we had to sacrifice a whole Saturday in detention for whatever we did wrong, but we think you're crazy to make us write an essay telling you who we think we are.

A man was to be sentenced and the judge told him you may make a statement. If you tell the truth I'll sentence you to 4 years, however, if you lie then I'll sentence you to 6 years. After the man's statement the judge decides to let him go.

The mere idea of your traveling alone over the entire length of the Appalachian Trail is ridiculous. What does mere mean? A. Brave B. Simple C. Solid D. Vast