Question

excerpt from tea

tea is one of those beverages that people all over the world consume, regardless of culture, time, or age. but how much do we really know about tea? tea is produced from a plant known as the camellia sinensis. there are actually thousands of different kinds of tea. the variations occur as a result of the region where the plant is grown, the time at which the tea leaves are harvested, and the processing method. each variety of tea has its individual characteristics, including different tastes and health benefits.

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select the correct answer.
how does the author introduce her thesis?

a. with a question followed by the thesis statement
b. with a direct statement followed by supporting evidence
c. with an introductory idea followed by examples
d. with a concluding idea followed by a thesis statement

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Explanation:

The author first makes a general statement about tea's global consumption, then asks "But how much do we really know about tea?" (a question). The subsequent sentence "Tea is produced from a plant known as the Camellia sinensis..." serves as the thesis-like statement introducing the core subject of tea's origin and varieties. This matches option A.

Answer:

A. with a question followed by the thesis statement