Question

a supporting text may be

the opening paragraph of a main text.
the concluding paragraph of a main text.
a quote providing evidence in a main text.
set off in a format different from the main text.

Explanation:

Define supporting text features

Supporting texts (such as sidebars, callout boxes, or supplementary passages) provide additional context or details and are typically set off visually in a format distinct from the main body text.

Evaluate the given options

• "the opening paragraph of a main text" and "the concluding paragraph of a main text" are structural parts of the main text itself, not separate supporting texts.
• "a quote providing evidence in a main text" is an integrated element within the main text flow.
• "set off in a format different from the main text" correctly describes how a supporting text (like a sidebar or feature box) is visually distinguished.

Answer:

• (A) the opening paragraph of a main text.
• (B) the concluding paragraph of a main text.
• (C) a quote providing evidence in a main text.
• (D) set off in a format different from the main text. (Correct answer)