Question

The author's purpose is to inform the reader. Which statement best demonstrates this intent?

a. a verdant rain-forest rises out of the ocean to snow capped peaks.
b. Scholars are not sure about the legend but do speculate that the Maori discovered Aotearoa more than 1000 years ago and that they came by boat from somewhere in the South Pacific
c. rivers roar and meadows blossom
d. This question of their original home is not critical to appreciating their accomplishment

Answer 1

B. . Scholars are not sure about the legend but do speculate that the Maori discovered Aotearoa more than 1000 years ago and that they came by boat from somewhere in the South Pacific

Step-by-step explanation:

B. . Scholars are not sure about the legend but do speculate that the Maori discovered Aotearoa more than 1000 years ago and that they came by boat from somewhere in the South Pacific.

In this statement the author informs the reader about Maori discovery more than 1000 years ago