Question

Read the passage A Relay Race to Remember

Which description best explains how the exposition functions in this passage?

Responses

It describes Sean's unexpectedly good performance in the men's relay race.
It describes Sean's unexpectedly good performance in the men's relay race.

It describes Malik and the events leading up to the men's relay race.
It describes Malik and the events leading up to the men's relay race.

It describes the inner battle Malik fights over whether or not to swim in the last race.
It describes the inner battle Malik fights over whether or not to swim in the last race.

It describes Malik's satisfaction at having helped his team win by not swimming.

Answer 1

It describes Malik and the events leading up to the men's relay race.

Explanation: The exposition sets up the characters, setting, and background—introducing Malik, his situation, and the circumstances that lead into the relay—so readers understand why the race and his choices matter.