The excerpts which best sets the groundwork for his argument from precedent is; Choice B;
- Pitcairn, the uninhabited island settled in 1790 by the HMS Bounty mutineers, had actually been populated by the Polynesians 800 years earlier
<h3>Diamonds article: Argument</h3>
Diamond's op-ed simply offers an analysis of why civilizations collapse. It is an essay obviously intended to make readers ask, "Does our civilization have what it takes to survive?"
Front the Op-ed;
"In this fresh year, with the United States seemingly at the height of its power and at the start of a new presidential term, Americans are increasingly concerned and divided about where we are going. How long can America remain ascendant?
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Answer: exposition
Explanation:
The passage above is an example of exposition. An exposition means when the explanation with regards to an idea or theory is described comprehensively.
We can see that the author is giving a detailed explanation regarding the quilt in Washington DC. The passage isn't a resolution or a conflict.
4. Squinting.
This is because he is just waking up to a bright light so his eyes need to adjust, therefore causing him to squint.
Answer:
3to point out an important fact
I am beginning to do the homework.
I began to do the homework.
I will begin the homework later.
