Question

Wheels of Change looks at how the bicycle took America by storm in the 1880s and '90s, and especially at the ways in which it changed women's lives. It also explores the bicycle culture of the era with short features, appearing after each chapter, that highlight the impact of the two-wheeler on everyday life. You'll meet celebrity cyclists of the day, learn cycling slang, read about cycling songs and magazines, and see bicycles used in advertisements for everything from carpets to candy to baking flour. —Introduction to Wheels of Change, Sue Macy Which details show that this passage is functioning as an introduction? Check all that apply. It was written by the author of Wheels of Change. It gives the topic of the book. It covers the contents of the book. It informs readers of what they will learn. It provides insight into the author’s feelings.

Answer 1

This introductory passage does three main things: it gives the topic of the book (Answer A); it covers the contents of the book (Answer B); and it informs readers of what they will learn (Answer C). All these things are an important part of an introduction or overview.

Answer 2

Answer:

A. It was written by the author of Wheels of Change.

B. It gives the topic of the book.

C. It covers the contents of the book.

D. It informs readers of what they will learn.

Explanation:

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