Question

(a) Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly.

Reread paragraphs 6–13. What event occurs? How do the brother and sister react? Cite explicit and relevant textual evidence to support your answer.

A) The brother and sister discover a hidden treasure, and they react with excitement.
B) The brother and sister encounter a mysterious intruder, and they react with fear.
C) The brother and sister witness a beautiful sunset, and they react with joy.
D) The brother and sister engage in a heated argument, and they react with anger.

Answer 1

The given statement "Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly" In the text.

b. the brother and sister encounter a mysterious intruder and react with fear. is the correct answer

Step-by-step explanation:

After reading paragraphs 6-13. The text explicitly states, "Suddenly, a shadowy figure appeared from the dark corner of the room," which indicates the presence of an intruder.

The brother and sister's reaction is described as, "They gasped and froze in fear, their hearts pounding."

These explicit details support the answer choice B) and indicate that the brother and sister encounter a mysterious intruder and react with fear.