For #1. i would say d. for #2 i would say b.
The Doolittle raid proved that Americans are <u>able</u> to defeat Japan.
Cryptic means: 1. Having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure. 2. ( of coloration or markings) Serving to camouflage an animal in it's natural environment. Hope this helps :)
Land was needed to gain power so the need for bigger, stronger ships was needed so that they could be sailed through the rough oceans without being sank to reach land
