As a major body paragraph in an essay
This question is missing the options. I've found the complete question online. It is the following:
The text evidence in this excerpt best supports the idea that Squeaky:
A. is tired of running and would rather coach.
B. appreciates the strength of her competitor.
C. is proud because she won the race.
D. thinks people only smile a real smile when they win.
Answer:
The evidence supports the idea that Squeaky:
B. appreciates the strength of her competitor.
Explanation:
"Raymond's Run" is a short story by Toni Cade Bambara. It is narrated from Squeaky's perspective. She is Raymond's sister and is beautifully loyal to her brother, not accepting anyone saying anything to him about his being different. <u>She is brave and feisty, ready to pick up a fight with anyone, including the girl mentioned in the excerpt we are analyzing here.</u>
<u>Once they compete, Squeaky begins to admire Gretchen. Squeaky, being strong and honest herself, admires those same qualities in others. Gretchen put up a fight and tried her best during the race. For that reason, she has gained Squeaky's respect.</u>
Answer:
as though you could use a study break
Explanation:
An adverb clause is a group of words that functions as an adverb in a sentence.
The sentence talks about how some one looks. The way that person looks modifies the verb "look".
Answer: "as though you could use a study break"
Answer:
C. In 1978, NASA changed the organization of the astronauts; 20 mission specialists and 15 new pilot astronauts were chosen.
Explanation:
B.
In 1978, NASA changed the organization of the astronauts; 20 mission specialists and 15 new pilot astronauts were chosen.
