A. Antecedent would be the best answer.
A thing or event that existed before or logically precedes another.
Antecedent Example: The athlete extended a hand to his opponent.
Pronoun: His
Antecedent: Athlete
Yes, because it provides concrete evidence to the author’s claim.
Answer:
It is unknown what caused the fire. Some say that some kids played with a match or that it was a cigarette that Johnny or Ponyboy didn't put out. Johnny and Ponyboy help to save some schoolchildren from the burning church. When they try to get out, a piece of timber falls on top of Johnny, breaking his back.
Explanation:
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