The author's purpose is to inform the reader. Which statement from the passage best demonstrates this intent? A. A verdant rainforest rises out of the ocean to snow-capped peaks.

B. Scholars are not sure about the legend but so speculate that the Maori discovered Aotearoa more than 1,000 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.

ok if it wasn't the hans one it was probably c or he thought the mountain was collapsing on them.

the symbol of the grandfather's heritage in this excerpt from "the medicine bag,” is the beaded bolo tie.

a bolo tie is a cord fastened around the neck with an ornamental clasp which is worn as a necktie. they have been used by native american tribes such as hopi, navajo, zuni, and puebloans since the mid-20th century.

therefore, the fact that the grandfather is wearing a bolo tie refers to his heritage as native american.