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Writing a Literary Analysis through the Lens of a Quotation — Quiz

Question 4 • English 9 CR SUSD (EX)

Read the excerpt from a student’s essay. Student Work As Rainsford struggles in the water, the boat travels onward without him. Quickly, he retains his wits. Instead of panicking, he decides to head toward the sound of the gunshots. He does so _________ he realizes where there are gunshots, there are people. Hopefully, these people will be willing and able to help him. Which transition best fills in the blank?

Answer
A
absolutely
B
because
C
later
D
specifically

Explanation

The sentence explains why Rainsford decides to head toward the gunshots: he thinks people may be nearby and able to help. “Because” introduces that reason and makes the sentence read naturally: “He does so because he realizes where there are gunshots, there are people.” “Absolutely,” “later,” and “specifically” do not express the reason for his decision.

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