When Laura finished her last novel, "These Happy Golden Years," in 1943, she was 76 years old. By that time, libraries had been named after her. Five of her eight books were runners-up for the top award for children's books, the Newbery Medal. The Association of Library Services even created a special award in Laura's name, The Laura Ingalls Wilder Award, which was given annually to an author who had made a lasting contribution to children's literature.

Question

Read this excerpt from the selection. Which sentence best summarizes the information in this excerpt?

A Laura Ingalls Wilder became hugely popular and won several awards and honors later in her life.
B Libraries are often named for author's who have won awards for published books.
C Publishers enjoyed Laura's books but were not able to print the books during the depression.
D Rose was upset with the fact she had been left out of all the awards and honors for her mother's books.

Answer 1

A. Laura Ingalls Wilder became hugely popular and won several awards and honors later in her life.

This sentence best summarizes the information presented in the excerpt, highlighting Wilder's popularity and the recognition she received through awards and honors.