Language and Purpose in Exploring the Titanic

Question 6 • Common Core ELA 7 B-IC

Which sentence from Exploring the Titanic best indicates the author’s enthusiastic tone at the end of the passage?

Answer

Now, finally, I went to my bunk to get some sleep.

When I awoke, it was nighttime, and the good ship Knorr was steaming quietly and steadily to our home.

They had paid a big price over the years during my long months away from home, but they’d never once complained.

As we came into port, I couldn’t believe my eyes.

Explanation

The phrase “I couldn’t believe my eyes” shows a strong, excited reaction as the author arrives in port. That enthusiasm is clearer than the calm descriptions of sleeping or the reflective statement about family in the other choices. The best answer is D, “As we came into port, I couldn’t believe my eyes.”

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