Question

Carefully read the passage (HERE). Then, answer the practice question that follow.



Which expository technique does the author use most proficiently to help readers understand the connection between the challenges Simone Biles faced in her early years and her success later in life with gymnastics? [From the passage, “The Remarkable Life Story of Simone Biles, the World's Greatest Gymnast”]

(1 point)
Responses

The author focuses mainly on recounting equipment used in gymnastics to assist the reader in acknowledging how challenging the sport is.
The author focuses mainly on recounting equipment used in gymnastics to assist the reader in acknowledging how challenging the sport is.

The author includes sequencing using specifics and facts about Simone’s early life, including her adoption, before describing her transition to Olympic fame, showing how determination shaped her achievements.
The author includes sequencing using specifics and facts about Simone’s early li

Answer 1

The author includes sequencing using specifics and facts about Simone’s early life, including her adoption, before describing her transition to Olympic fame, showing how determination shaped her achievements.

This choice best explains how the author links early challenges to later success by presenting events in order and providing concrete details that show cause-and-effect.