Question

hawaii has a rich literary history that originated with the traditional stories of the kanaka maoli, or the native hawaiian people. david kalakaua, kaui hart hemmings, and other writers have built on this tradition and brought hawaiian literature to international prominence. ____ the manifold experiences of the hawaiian people for readers around the world. 1 which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word? a illuminating b presupposing c excising d controlling

Explanation:

The writers brought Hawaiian literature to international prominence and made the experiences of the Hawaiian people known to readers around the world. "Illuminating" means making something clear or understandable, which fits the context as the writers are shedding light on the Hawaiian people's experiences. "Presupposing" means assuming in advance, "excising" means cutting out, and "controlling" means having power over. None of these other words make sense in the context of making the experiences known.

Answer:

A. illuminating