How does the author's use of description in paragraph 1 most contribute to the passage?
first year at Bukkyo
not known before the
or gymnastic
of the sport-the
stirred the community
e outdoors to cheer,
they sat on woven mats
eggs, and pickled
O 1. It develops the theme of competition,
implying that Saburo will gain inspiration from
the cheering crowd.
02. It builds a sense of excitement about track and
field, foreshadowing Saburo's father's later
interest in the sport.
asked at the dinner
3. It introduces Saburo's conflict within himself,
creating suspense about whether or not he can
improve his running time.
referred a long-
he had watched
ack in their heads,
been afraid. Sprints
st. Two laps around
4. It establishes a tone of unexpected surprise
about the popularity of track, suggesting that
the community's support will fade.