I believe that the answer could be D. I hope this helps
Answer:
D. Even those who struggle in their lives outside of school have a responsibility to make an effort with their education.
Explanation:
In the given passage, President Obama reiterates the importance of education irrespective of one's personal life. This Back to School speech stresses the need for kids to focus on their academic life no matter what circumstances they face in life.
By stating that <em>"none [of the circumstances of your life] is an excuse for neglecting your homework or having a bad attitude in school"</em>, the President advised the students/listeners that it is important to try to make school work. Thus, the main idea of the excerpt is that everyone has the responsibility to make an effort with their education.
Beneath it rung the battle shout/And burst the cannon's roar;
Answer: Option C.
<u>Explanation:</u>
This excerpt has been taken from the poem "Old Ironsides" which has been written by Oliver Wendell. The poem talks about a ship which is a war ship. It is a proud ship because it is a war ship.
This ship has grown through various battles and wars making it a strong ship and thus a powerful ship. Because of all this hardships, this ship deserves a good end.
