The Topic Sentence Below Is Followed by a Brainstormed List

question 56

Multiple Choice

The topic sentence below is followed by a brainstormed list of possible ideas for a paragraph. Decide which ideas support the topic sentence and should be kept and which ideas should be dropped. Select "keep" or "drop" for each idea. Topic sentence: Modern fireworks have their origins in tenth-century Chinese pyrotechnics.
Originally the Chinese invented firecrackers for use as weapons.

• A) Keep
• B) Drop

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Definitions:

Confidants

Individuals with whom one shares personal information or secrets, trusted friends or advisers.

Hostile Siblings

Brothers or sisters who show aggression, competition, or animosity towards each other, potentially impacting family dynamics.

Resentful

Characterized by feelings of bitterness or indignation due to perceived unfair treatment or actions.

Negative Ties

Relationships or connections between individuals or entities that have detrimental effects on one or both parties involved.