Part A

In “First Steps,” how does Maria change by the end of the story?


Maria becomes homesick and wants to return to the lander.

Maria becomes disgusted by the strange smells on the planet.

Maria becomes skeptical that the planet will make a good home.

Maria becomes excited to live on the new planet.
Question 2
Part B

Which text evidence best supports the answer to Part A?


“She let go of the ladder and took soft, slow steps and realized her arms and legs felt like they were full of lead.”

“She scrunched up her nose as an unfamiliar assortment of odors hit her nostrils. Some smelled sweet, some disgusting, and some were just strange.”

“She was doing what others had previously thought impossible—taking steps on a new world.”

“‘Hurry up!’ she yelled, unable to contain her enthusiasm. ‘Our new home is extraordinary!’”

Answer:

"She scrunched up her nose as an unfamiliar assortment of odors hit her nostrils. Some smelled sweet, some disgusting, and some were just strange.” = connects with statement about the strange smells could also link to idea ablut her being skeptical that the planet would make a good home.

‘Hurry up!’ she yelled, unable to contain her enthusiasm. ‘Our new home is extraordinary!’” = Maria becomes excited to be on the planet.

(Not too sure if this is the answer you needed)

Answer: its b “She scrunched up her nose as an unfamiliar assortment of odors hit her nostrils. Some smelled sweet, some disgusting, and some were just strange.”

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(PLEASE HELP CORRECT ANSWER GETS BRAINLIEST ALSO 30 POINTS)
Read the sentence.

San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, along with its ship docks and intermediate bridges, weighed 894,500 tons when it opened.

Which topic best describes the sentence?


the Golden Gate Bridge's weight capacity for cars

the weight of the Golden Gate Bridge when it opened

the intermediate bridges in the San Francisco Bay

the steps to measure docks and intermediate bridges

please help
(5 points)

In 3-5 sentences use the information you have learned about theme to write a theme statement about a story or book you
have read Explain whether the theme from your book relates to any universal themes and explain why or why not (4 points)

pls help 15 points Read the passage below from “The Unseen Values.”

Mark Twain once listened to the complaints of an old riverboat pilot who was having trouble making the switch from sail to steam. The old pilot wanted no part of the newfangled steam contraptions. "Maybe so," replied Twain, "but when it's steamboat time, you steam.”
How does the author’s reference to Mark Twain shift the tone of the last section?

The author refers to a complaining captain to indicate an angry tone.
The author includes facts to indicate a knowledgeable tone.
The author uses a shared experience to create a sentimental tone.
The author mentions something old to signify a wise tone.

What is one challenge Jen overcame in Among the Hidden: Shadow Children (First Book)