Read the passage “In Praise of Slacking.” As you read, pay attention to the supporting claims and evidence the author provides. Then, explain the main elements of the author’s argument. Select the correct answer from each drop-down menu.

The author’s central claim is that
. The author’s supporting claim is that
. The main type of evidence the author uses is
.

•The author’s central claim is that:

-taking breaks from activity can help people live better lives

•The author’s supporting claim is that:

- people gain insight when they step away from responsibilities

•The main type of evidence the author uses is:

- real-life anecdotes

modal adverbs are used to modify specific verbs that consist of a linking verb (verb of being) and sometimes another verb. examples of modal verbs include can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will and would.

modal auxiliary. an auxiliary verb characteristically used with other verbs to express mood, aspect, or tense. in english, the most common modal auxiliaries are can, could, may, might, must, ought, shall, should, will, and would. also called modal .

answer: #1 is (a) however

explanation: