Question

How does the author's inclusion of the bar graph comparing rainfall and drought across time periods in "Marvelous Moisture" contribute to the author's purpose?

It is meant to entertain readers by summarizing facts through pictures instead of words.

It provides a timeline of historical events that are unrelated to the author’s central idea about rainfall.

It distracts from the author’s argument by focusing too much on ancient Egypt and not modern times.

Answer 1

The first option is the best choice. The bar graph visually summarizes rainfall vs. drought across time periods, making the data easier to compare and supporting the author’s point about changing moisture patterns—so it’s used to present facts visually, not to show unrelated events or distract from the argument.