Question

what is the relationship between the two highlighted sentences in the passage? (1) gives a problem; (2) gives a solution. (1) makes a claim; (2) supports the claim. (1) gives a specific event; (2) gives a following event. (1) gives a cause, or reason; (2) gives an effect, or result.

Explanation:

To answer this, we analyze the relationship types. Since the passage (not shown here, but the options are about logical relationships like claim - support, problem - solution, event sequence, cause - effect). The option “(1) makes a claim; (2) supports the claim” is a common text - structure relationship where the first sentence presents a claim and the second provides evidence or reasoning to back it up. Other options: “problem - solution” needs a clear problem and solution (not indicated), “specific event - following event” is about chronological events, “cause - effect” needs a causal link. So the claim - support relationship is most probable.

Answer:

(1) makes a claim; (2) supports the claim.