Question

The next question refers to the following passage. The sentences have been numbered to help you identify them more easily.

(1) As she was driving to visit her twin, Jayla had a strange feeling that something bad was going to happen. (2) Meanwhile, Kayla had the same exact premonition. (3) Worried about her sister, Kayla called Jayla's cell phone. (4) Because she took her eyes off the road to answer the phone call, Jayla lost control of her car and crashed through the front of Kayla's house.
Which sentence features an introductory phrase that explains why the main action happened? (5 points)
a) Sentence 1
b) Sentence 2
c) Sentence 3
d) Sentence 4

Answer 1

Sentence 4 contains the introductory phrase that explains the cause of the main action, which is Jayla losing control of her car due to being distracted by answering a phone call.

Step-by-step explanation:

The student's question refers to identifying the sentence with an introductory phrase that explains why the main action occurred. An introductory phrase sets the stage for the main clause of the sentence and often provides reasons or causes for what is described in the main clause.

In the given passage, the sentence that features an introductory phrase explaining why the main action happened is sentence 4: "Because she took her eyes off the road to answer the phone call, Jayla lost control of her car and crashed through the front of Kayla's house." The phrase 'Because she took her eyes off the road to answer the phone call,' clearly states the reason for Jayla's loss of control and subsequent crash.