Which statement best describes the main idea of the great fire? the great fire was caused by people's carelessness and firefighters' errors. the inquiry into the spread of the great fire determined that it was caused by a single key mistake. the great fire spread because people did not believe it was serious, so they ignored it. several key mistakes contributed to the spread of the great fire and stopped it from being put out.

How does the use of theme in a speech differ from theme in a written work? o a. in a speech, the theme also gives extra details about the topic. o b. in a speech, the theme is also used as an organizational tool. onc. in a speech, the theme also to establish a sense of authority. o d. in a speech, the theme also uses evidence to support a claim.

2. which of the following topics would be too broad for a speech lasting 5 to 10 minutes?

What is the main source of conflict in this passage? lee grew up near the old-growth forest. she loved wandering the trails and looking at the natural beauty around her. but the city council recently approved plans to cut down the forest in order to build a shopping center and apartment buildings. the council believed the development would create new jobs and provide more affordable housing. lee was upset when she heard about the plans to destroy her beloved forest, and she vowed to do something to save it.