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Directions: Apply the Knowledge You Have Gained from Chapter 8

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Directions: Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 8 to select the best answer to the questions about the following reading passage.
Riding up the mountain trail, my thighs ached and my lungs burned, but I couldn't be happier. Fifty feet in front of me pedaled my brother, Keith, fresh off his tour with the Marines. This mountain biking adventure was his idea. The green, forest-lined trail was rugged, with sharp turns and steep descents. At one point we hit a patch of fog and I lost sight of Keith. It felt as if we were riding through clouds. The ghostly air was damp and smelled like rain. I slowed down and called for my brother, 'Are you still up there?' 'Would I be anywhere else?' he yelled back. When the fog disappeared, we stopped for a breather on a ridge that overlooked a vast valley. A sea of pointy evergreens stretched for miles, ending near the peak of a distant mountain. While I snacked on a peanut butter granola bar, Keith glanced over at me and said, 'This is fun, isn't it?' 'It's good having you back, man,' I responded. With that, we hopped on our bikes.
What might be an effective title for this passage?

Definitions:

Developing Countries

Nations that are less industrialized and have lower per capita income levels compared to developed countries.

Gentrification

The process by which wealthier individuals move into, renovate, and rejuvenate previously less affluent areas, often displacing the original inhabitants.

North American Cities

Urban areas located in the continent of North America, characterized by diverse cultures, significant economic activities, and various historical and modern landmarks.

Landscape Transformation

Refers to the significant changes in the physical features, composition, and function of a land area, often resulting from human activity or environmental processes.