Question

An author is writing an explanatory text and wants to include relevant and sufficient facts to develop the topic.
Select the two questions that would best help the author decide which facts to include.(1 point)
Responses

Is the fact something that would surprise people?
Is the fact something that would surprise people?

Will the fact help the reader understand the topic?
Will the fact help the reader understand the topic?

Will the fact likely entertain the reader?
Will the fact likely entertain the reader?

Is the fact from a fairly recent source?
Is the fact from a fairly recent source?

Will the fact support my thesis statement?

Answer 1

The two questions that would best help the author decide which facts to include are:

1. **Will the fact help the reader understand the topic?**
2. **Will the fact support my thesis statement?**

These questions focus on clarity and relevance, ensuring that the information included will aid in the reader's comprehension and support the author's main argument.