Question

which best states why the excerpt makes the reader want to keep reading?
○ to find out how many sisters manjiro left behind in japan
○ to find out if the barbarians really exist and show up in the story
○ to find out about other types of stories adults invent for children
○ to find out why the boat became filled up with freezing water

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze the options. The excerpt likely builds suspense about "barbarians" (a mysterious element in the story). Option A (sisters in Japan) is a minor detail. Option C (other stories adults invent) is off - topic. Option D (boat filling with water) is a physical event, not a main hook. The mystery of barbarians existing and appearing in the story creates reader interest to continue.

Answer:

B. to find out if the barbarians really exist and show up in the story