Which statement best summarizes the central idea in this excerpt? All other countries need to know that we will fight them at an
y cost to maintain our liberty. We value our allies, but we will go our own way if they do not agree to work with us. The only way to achieve success is to fight for the things you believe in, such as freedom. We will do whatever it takes to preserve our freedom, but will get more done working together
I crept quietly toward the lakeshore with my camera. I knew the egret's nest was nearby. Suddenly-snap! Oh, no, I had stepped on a twig! When I looked up, the egret was flying away.
