Question

In A Story of the Red Cross, why does the author provide a first-hand account of the work in Galveston?

to emphasize how recovery conditions have improved
to show a group of people who Clara helped during a disaster
to emphasize the benefits an experienced team provides
to show the place where Clara was forced to work

Answer 1

To emphasize the benefits an experienced team provides.

The first-hand Galveston account shows how trained Red Cross workers organized relief, solved problems, and effectively helped victims—demonstrating the value of an experienced team.