“speak softly and carry a big stick.”

this quote explains the idea behind theodore roosevelt’s big stick diplomacy. in practice, what does it mean?

a)the united states should pull all military presence out of foreign countries.
b)the united states should sometimes use the threat of force to persuade a foreign country.
c)the united states should conquer as many neighboring countries as possible.
d)the united states should invest a lot of money to develop the infrastructure of poor countries.

Read the passage below. which of these statements describes the problem with including this passage as part of an explanatory essay? passage: the neolithic revolution changed everything for humans. before the n.r., you couldn't even plant food. i know you want to hear more, don't even deny it! o a. the tone is too dull and does not include a hook to keep the reader interested. o b. the tone is too objective and does not show the author's opinion. o c. the tone is too transitional and does not stay focused on one topic. o d. the tone is too informal and does not use appropriate vocabulary. surmit