Question

How do supporting details reinforce the central idea in this passage?

The painter Anna Moses, known as "Grandma Moses," became famous
even though she did not begin exhibiting her paintings until she was 78
years old. Until then, she was working on farms and raising children.
She enjoyed embroidery until her seventies, when arthritis made it
difficult. A friend suggested she try painting instead. Very quickly, the
art world noticed her talents.
A. The supporting details provide a reason why Grandma Moses did
not become famous for painting until later in life.
B. The supporting details help the reader understand how Grandma
Moses received her nickname.
c. The supporting details explain why Grandma Moses should have
been more famous than she was.
D. The supporting details show why Grandma Moses's paintings
were respected
Be

Answer 1

Answer: A. The supporting details provide a reason why Grandma Moses did

not become famous for painting until later in life.

Explanation: She enjoyed embroidery until her seventies, when arthritis made it

difficult. A friend suggested she try painting instead. Very quickly, the

art world noticed her talents. Take note that she stopped in her seventies, and started exhibiting when she was 78 (which is later in life) let me know If I did something wrong.