Answer:
Free Write
Explanation: Usually the other options don't have a set time to write. Clustering is a type of prewriting taht allows a writer to explore many ideas as they occur to them. Like brainstorming or free associating, clustering allows writer to begin without clear ideas.
The phrase during separate semesters helps reveal the meaning of the word concurrent which means at the same time.
The sentence that would best fit at the beginning of a first paragraph and would also make the best topic sentence is: Mammoth hot springs is a popular attraction because the springs are unique. The correct answer would be option D. This sentence is the correct answer because it is the only sentence that introduces the topic.
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The correct answer is D. In this phase, the sky becomes dark as the umbra, or complete shadow of the moon, totally hides the sun's rays, bathing the earth in darkness.
Explanation
When we write a short essay we can rely on main supporting detail sentences that are thematic sentences that support the main statement of the thesis of the text, and minor support detail that are sentences that support the main sentences of an essay. According to the above, the correct answer is D. "In this phase, the sky becomes dark as the umbra, or complete shadow of the moon, totally hides the sun's rays, bathing the earth in darkness" because this sentence is supporting one of the main ideas is "The third phase, called the totality is the specific point when the moon completely covers the sun". This means this detail is not essential but adds extra information about a major supporting detail. So, the correct answer is D.