Question

read the passage.
the next step: composting
composting is a process that allows organic matter to be recycled. organic matter is material that comes from once - living organisms. it includes items like food scraps, plants, and grass cuttings. through the natural process of composting, organic matter is broken down and changed into a rich, dark soil. the soil is loaded with nutrients, so it helps grass and plants to grow. it can be spread in the garden or yard.
as recycling has become the norm for american households, widespread composting is the next logical step. every household should have a composter. composters used to be large, expensive, and difficult to operate, but they are now much smaller and more affordable. they are designed to fit into small spaces, like garbage cans. they can be used by people who dont have a lot of experience with composting.
best of all, composting helps people and the environment. people who compost can stop worrying about wasting food. they can avoid sending garbage to the landfill. plus, they can use the compost to make the area outside the home much healthier. if they have a garden, the food they grow will be even more nutritious to eat.
this question has two parts. answer part a, and then answer part b.
part a
what is the authors main argument?

1. composters offer an affordable way to start a garden.
2. composters will help families avoid throwing food away.
3. composters should be in every house in the community.

part b
which sentence from the passage best develops the correct argument from part a?

1. \composting is a process that allows organic matter to be recycled.\ (paragraph 1)
2. \as recycling has become the norm for american households, widespread composting is the next logical step.\ (paragraph 2)
3. \if they have a garden, the food they grow will be even more nutritious to eat.\ (paragraph 3)

Explanation:

For Part A:

• Analyze each option to see which one represents the main argument. Option 2 ("As recycling has become the norm for American households, widespread composting is the next logical step.") ties together the ideas of the passage about composting being a progression after recycling.

For Part B:

• Check which sentence from the passage supports the argument in Part A. Sentence 2 ("As recycling has become the norm for American households, widespread composting is the next logical step.") in Part A is developed by the details in Paragraph 2 about composters being designed for small spaces etc.

Answer:

Part A: 2. "As recycling has become the norm for American households, widespread composting is the next logical step."
Part B: 2. (Paragraph 2)