If I'm correct in thinking the play is "Romeo and Juliet", then Mercutio is related by being a character in said play. Hope this helps.
the statement that takes a position on an issue or controversy
The claim is the main idea of the text. It is what the argumentative text is trying to prove. The claim takes a position on an issue. An example of a claim would be "Students should be given a study hall period during the school day, even if it means reducing the regular class times." This statement takes a position on the topic of study halls in schools. The rest of the options are all other elements of an argumentative text, but they do not describe the claim.
It could mean put in danger
Answer:
B: in a strong economy, rental prices increase
Explanation:
From the text, the author writes "The stronger the economy, the stronger the upward pressure on rents."
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