Question 1 • ELPGEQ3 M/J Language Arts 1 - 1001010 HCPS v24
Read the passage from Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad by Ann Petry.That night she made her way through the woods, crouching in the underbrush whenever she heard the sound of horses’ hooves, staying there until the riders passed. Each time she wondered if they were already hunting for her. It would be so easy to describe her, the deep scar on her forehead like a dent, the old scars on the back of her neck, the husky speaking voice, the lack of height, scarcely five feet tall. The master would say she was wearing rough clothes when she ran away, that she had a bandanna on her head, that she was muscular and strong.
Answer
A
to explain to readers how Harriet felt while hiding
B
to describe the steps Harriet took to plan her escape
C
to tell readers why Harriet wanted to escape slavery
D
to prove that the people looking for Harriet were wrong
Explanation
The passage focuses on Harriet hiding in the woods and worrying that riders might be searching for her. The details about her scars, voice, height, and clothing show why she feared they could identify her. This mainly explains how Harriet felt while hiding, rather than describing her escape plans or reasons for escaping.
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