Question

Lusia Harris Makes Hoop History in achieve 3000
Which passage from the article best supports the notion that Harris was persistent in her pursuit of basketball excellence?

Her home, with its handmade hoop, was the neighborhood gathering place for kids who wanted to play basketball.
Yet despite her athletic prowess and on-the-court success, Harris's hoop dreams dwindled as high school came to an end.
The following year, Harris was the first woman ever officially drafted into the NBA. She declined the offer, citing family obligations.
In high school, Harris joined the women's basketball team, and she diligently worked to master the plays and positions on the court.

Answer 1

"In high school, Harris joined the women's basketball team, and she diligently worked to master the plays and positions on the court."

This directly shows her persistence—"diligently worked" and "master" indicate sustained effort to improve.