Question

read the following original passage, the lighthouse of coral bay, and answer the questions.
on the secluded shores of coral bay, the old lighthouse stood sentinel against the horizon, its white paint weathered and peeling from years of salt and sun. at twilight, the lighthouse cast a long, golden beam across the gently lapping waves, guiding ships through the fading light.
one evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting the sky in hues of fiery orange and soft purple, jenna wandered along the deserted beach. the sand beneath her feet was cool and powdery, stretching out like a velvety carpet. the rhythmic sound of the waves crashing against the shore seemed to hum a soothing lullaby, a melody of the sea.
jenna paused near a cluster of smooth, sun - bleached rocks that jutted out of the sand like ancient sentinels. as the tide receded, it left behind glistening treasures—shimmering seashells and strands of seaweed tangled like natures confetti. the air was filled with the salty tang of the ocean and the faint whisper of the wind through the palm trees, which swayed gracefully as if dancing to an unseen tune.
the lighthouses beam cut through the growing darkness, a steadfast guardian in the twilight. jenna felt a profound sense of peace, as if the lighthouse and the sea were sharing their ancient stories with her. each wave that kissed the shore seemed to hold secrets of distant lands, and the beach carved the whispers of sailors long gone. in that tranquil moment, jenna realized the beach was not just a place but a timeless storyteller, offering glimpses into the mysteries of the world.
22 in the passage, what does the description of the waves and the breeze suggest about the beach?
the beach is chaotic and unsettling
the beach is a modern and industrial site
the beach is a place of danger and mystery
the beach is a peaceful and timeless storyteller
23 how should claims be supported?
with textual evidence
with reliable sources
with opinions only
with personal stories

Explanation:

For question 22, the passage describes the beach as a place where Jenna feels peace, with elements like the lighthouse's beam, the rhythmic sound of waves, and the idea of the beach as a storyteller. This aligns with option d. For question 23, in literary analysis (as this passage is a literary text), claims are typically supported with textual evidence from the passage itself.

Answer:

1. d. The beach is a peaceful and timeless storyteller
2. a. With textual evidence