Question

Which statement best summarizes the two central ideas developed throughout the text?


A. Simone Biles was a struggling gymnast, and her willingness to work hard made her great.

B. Simone Biles is a fantastic gymnast, and she would be better if she worked harder.

C. Simone Biles is a talented and powerful gymnast whose natural gifts set her apart from other athletes in her sport.

D. Simone Biles is an amazing gymnast, and her ability to work hard and overcome obstacles is what makes her an incredible athlete.
Part B
Select a sentence from the excerpt above that best supports your answer to Part A.


A. Biles is an exceptional athlete.

B. Yet, her commitment to honing that athleticism in the gym and her willingness to make tough choices are what truly set her apart.

C. She has learned to accept the mental challenges that come with competing on the world’s biggest stages.

D. In a sport where perfect-10 scores no longer exist, she’s as close as they come to the perfect gymnast.

Answer 1

Part A: D

Part B: B

Explanation: Choice D captures both her excellence and the role of hard work/overcoming obstacles. Sentence B explicitly notes her commitment to honing her athleticism and making tough choices, which supports that idea.