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NeTakaya
2 years ago
8

Read the excerpt from a student’s essay. As Rainsford struggles in the water, the boat travels onward without him. Quickly, he r

etains his wits. Instead of panicking, he decides to head toward the sound of the gunshots. He does so _________ he realizes where there are gunshots, there are people. Hopefully, these people will be willing and able to help him. Which transition best fills in the blank?
A) specifically
B) absolutely
C) because
D) Later
English
2 answers:
lara31 [8.8K]2 years ago
6 0
C) because

The sentence gives a justification of Rainsford’s decision to stop pursuing the boat. It is an answer to the question why he is heading towards the sound of the gunshots even if it appears risky and that he may be hit by the shots.


finlep [7]2 years ago
4 0

The correct answer would be option <em><u>C) Because.</u></em>

I just did the quiz and got it right, have a gr8 day <3


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