Question

question 7.
read passage 2: \tree ring discovery\ and answer the following question.
in passage 2, how does the author use information to reveal their perspective on the significance of tree rings and establish credibility?
a. the author’s curious tone and use of reliable scientific and historical details support the idea that nature preserves records of the past.
b. the author’s passion for family connections is shown through elena’s conversation with her aunt instead of emphasizing scientific methods.
c. the author uses words like \encouraged,\ \inspired,\ and \wonder\ to create an optimistic narrative tone.
d. the author develops elena’s character through engaging descriptions, as seen in the line, \elena’s eyes lit up.\

Explanation:

To determine the answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The passage uses scientific details (dendrochronology, tree - ring research) and a curious tone (Elena's exploration) to support the idea that nature preserves past records (tree rings as a timeline of events). This aligns with how the author reveals their perspective on tree - ring significance.
• Option B: The passage emphasizes scientific methods (research, sampling) rather than family connections. Elena's conversation with her aunt is to explain scientific concepts, not to show family passion.
• Option C: The words “encouraged,” “inspired,” and “wonder” are about Elena's motivation, not creating an optimistic narrative tone related to tree - ring significance.
• Option D: “Elena’s eyes lit up” develops her character but does not establish the author's perspective on tree - ring significance.

Answer:

A. The author’s curious tone and use of reliable scientific and historical details support the idea that nature preserves records of the past.