"in the past" makes the most sense here :)
Answer:
Option 4: The author's purpose is to persuade readers to stop procrastinating
Explanation:
Not 1. The author did not mention any techniques
Not 2. only first half of the paragraph is about this but the focus is on second half
Not 3. This is the reason the author write this, the purpose is Option 4.
Brainliest please~
C. It suggests that life comes from the earth, and America is its newest shining child.
Answer: The Taliban invaded Swat Valley on October 25, 2007.
Explanation: Good luck! :D