Use the paragraph below to answer the question.
Jacques reached the front of the line, where a midshipman was signing on men. Before arriving, Jacques stopped to pick up food and supplies. He asked each man only a few questions, turning none of his prospects away. Apparently, the Orion was in need of hands-in a hurry. Jacques briefly answered a question about his work skills, and the midshipman nodded his approval. Jacques could join the crew of the Orion. “Sign your name or mark here,” the midshipman said, pointing to a spot in a record book.
Which detail could you exclude from a summary of this paragraph?
A. Jacques reached the front of the line, where a midshipman was signing on men.
B. Apparently, the Orion was in need of hands-in a hurry.
C. Jacques joined the crew of the Orion.
D. Before arriving, Jacques stopped to pick up food and supplies.
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