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Read the following excerpt from a science fiction narrative about settling a new planet:

The rover landed with a soft puff of dust. Captain Mick and the other crewmembers descended its steps, one by one, amazed at the exotic landscape.


(1) “Private Finn, you collect soil samples. And, Private Riley, keep track of any and all field notes. We’ve got to have a report back to home base by end of day,” Captain Mick instructed.


(2) “Yes, sir,” replied Privates Finn and Riley.


(3) “We’ve got a lot of work ahead of us. Let’s get to it,” Riley said.


(4) “I’m ready whenever you are,” Finn said.

Which option in the dialogue from the excerpt BEST advances the narrative’s events?

A.
option 1
B.
option 2
C.
option 3
D.
option 4

User Mannan Bahelim
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Answer:

The correct answer would be A.

Step-by-step explanation:

If it doesn't make since read the question again.

User Fantix King
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Answer:

Number 1

Step-by-step explanation:

It is talking about what they are doing providing more to the story other than random dialog that could be taken far out of context.

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