Question

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butterflies perform one of natures most spectacular tricks: metamorphosis. a butterfly begins life in its larval stage. after the larva, or caterpillar, eats huge amounts of food, it is ready for its awe - inspiring feat.

commonly, the larva suspends itself from a branch and forms a hard cocoon from its own silk. inside, the insect dissolves into a gooey liquid that still contains some organized cells that will form the new butterfly. those cells divide and create the wings, antennae, legs, and other parts. then, as if by magic, a complete butterfly emerges!

which best shows that the author’s purpose is to inform readers about butterfly metamorphosis?

the author lists the parts of a butterfly such as antennae and legs.

the author argues that the butterfly is amazing because it can make its own silk.

the author provides facts about metamorphosis, like how the cells divide and create the wings.

Explanation:

The question asks which option shows the author's purpose is to inform about butterfly metamorphosis. Informing involves presenting factual details about the topic. The first option lists butterfly parts (not directly about metamorphosis). The second option argues the butterfly is amazing (persuasive, not just informative). The third option provides specific facts about the metamorphosis process (cell division creating wings), which directly serves to inform readers about how metamorphosis works.

Answer:

The author provides facts about metamorphosis, like how the cells divide and create the wings.