There are 3 syllables in <span>contentious </span>
Hello. You did not show the answer options, nor did you show the text to which the question refers, which prevents me from answering your question exactly. However, I will try to help you by explaining what a main claim is in a text.
Within a text the main claim is the main idea to which the text presents. It is the subject that the text decides to address.
Usually you find the main claim of a text right at the beginning of the text, because the author needs to arrest readers right from the start showing what the text will discuss about and arresting readers who show interest in the type of discussion presented.
Answer:
1. cause change in physical appearance
2. Acting out of character
3. Become very defensive when confronted about their drug or substance use.
4. changes in behavior with family and or friends
5. Causes cardiovascular disease
6. Can cause cancer
