The author uses a chronological structure for this paragraph to show how the clothing changed over time. The sequence of events—from the introduction of sewing machines to the increase in tourism and the subsequent economic impact—illustrates the evolution of Seminole patchwork clothing in relation to historical developments.
Read the paragraph from "Seminole Patchwork Clothing."
Sewing machines became more common in the early 1900s. This helped increase the variety of creatively designed Seminole clothing. Tourism to Florida increased in the 1920s. Many of the tourists wanted to buy the unique Seminole patchwork clothing. Selling clothing became an important part of the Seminole economy.
Why does the author use a chronological structure for this paragraph?
Seminole Patchwork Clothing
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to create a narrative that pulls readers along the story
to create a narrative that pulls readers along the story
to show how the clothing changed over time
to show how the clothing changed over time
to emphasize how early in history patchwork clothing developed
to emphasize how early in history patchwork clothing developed
to identify the exact dates when patchwork clothing developed
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