C: because they are just saying the same thing but revising the wording of it
I believe it's B, It's the only one the really makes sense.
Answer:
D. Insects are fascinating creatures.
Explanation:
"Insects are fascinating creatures" is a claim because it's an opinion while the other options are facts.
Answer:
1st part
Some people view him as strange, and some people view him as a normal person who just has insomnia.
2nd part
the author's idea that unless careful thought and reason are used it will lead to the destruction of civilized behavior