Question 2 • (J. Blaum) 0231 10th Grade English 1st 9 Weeks 26-27
Beginning with “Although” creates a dependent introductory clause before the main clause, giving the passage a different sentence structure and adding variety. The contrast also draws attention to the main point—that Wheatley learned to read and write despite how rare that was—so both statements are true.
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