Which of the following statements is true about the structure of this passage? Choose two options. A Lincoln uses chronological structure when he mentions a recent past event, the reception, and then refers to the present circumstances of the nation. B. Lincoln uses chronological order when he turns from the present to discuss the future of the nation and what he needs to do first C. Lincoln uses chronological order when he discusses his concerns about the North, East West, and South D. Lincoln uses chronological order when he explains the chain of events that led him to put his foot down firmly. E Lincoln uses chronological order to explain how the parties can unite despite their different views.

Read the passage. the dust bowl during the 1930s, extreme drought and high winds made life incredibly difficult in the great plains region of the united states. in many areas, rainfall was forty percent less than normal. the soil became extremely dry, and when strong winds blew, they created tremendous dust storms. these so-called “black blizzards” were so thick that they made daylight seem like dusk. during this terrible period, the great plains region of the united states was named the “dust bowl.” over the next few years, the drought continued, and the winds created more dust storms. in some places, the drought and high winds lasted for eight years. many people wondered if the black blizzards would ever end. which statement about this paragraph’s main idea is true? this paragraph’s main idea is stated in the topic sentence. there are not enough details to support the main idea. this paragraph’s main idea is implied. this paragraph does not express a main idea.