"LaShawn inhaled deeply and leaned into her stretch. She would hold it for 90 seconds: a routine she followed before every competition. But this was the final county tournament. Was she ready? Were the countless backflips she did every morning at 5 a.m. for the past nine months going to pay off? Leaning out of the stretch, she stood and walked purposefully to the door of the gym."

Write 1-2 sentences in which you explain what can be inferred about LaShawn based on this paragraph.

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I inferred that LaShawn is an athlete that has been practicing back flips for a county tournament at 5 a.m. I also inferred LaShawn is nervous about how she will do in the final county tournament but still walked to the door of the gym with confidence and purpose.

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Your inference about LaShawn is clear, but it could be made more concise to avoid repetition. Here’s a revised version:

"I inferred that LaShawn is an athlete who has been diligently practicing backflips for the final county tournament. Despite her nerves about the competition, she approaches the gym door with confidence and purpose."

This revision maintains the essence of your original thoughts while enhancing clarity and reducing repetition.