Question

Which excerpt from “Broken Chain” states the most cause-and-effect relationships?

“He cursed himself for being stupid, yelled at his bike for being cheap, and slammed the chain onto the cement. The chain snapped in another place and hit him when it popped up, slicing his hand like a snake’s fang.”

“He peeked through the hedge. She was wearing a sweater with a checkerboard pattern. A red purse was slung over her shoulder.”

“Ernie looked through the hedge, with one eye closed, at the girl. ‘She’s not the one who messed with Frostie and me,’ he said finally. ‘You still wanna borrow my bike?’”

“Alfonso couldn’t believe his luck. What a brother! What a pal! He promised to take Ernie’s turn next time it was his turn to do the dishes. Ernie hopped on Raymundo’s handlebars and said he would remember that promise.”

Answer 1

Answer:A

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Answer 2

Answer: (A)

Explanation: “He cursed himself for being stupid, yelled at his bike for being cheap, and slammed the chain onto the cement. The chain snapped in another place and hit him when it popped up, slicing his hand like a snake’s fang.”