Study the Body of Each of the Following Paragraphs

question 21

Multiple Choice

Study the body of each of the following paragraphs. Then select the letter of the topic sentence that is most accurate.
-___________________________________________________________________. One of my friends, Ella, is a painter who creates beautiful landscapes on canvas. Larry, another friend of mine, is an excellent musician who can play ten different instruments. He plays in a band, and he also composes music. Lynn, who has been my friend since high school, writes poetry. She has published a few of her poems, and she even won a poetry contest while she was in college. My friend Amal makes jewelry and sells his work at art shows and craft fairs. I find that I am more creative myself when I spend time with them.

• A) I have quite a few friends.
• B) My friends are creative and talented people.
• C) Friendship is very important.

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Definitions:

Valve Stems

Components that protrude from tire rims, allowing for inflation and deflation of tires.

Sidewall

The side part of a tire that extends from the tread to the bead, providing lateral stability and protecting the carcass of the tire.

Dry Rot

A form of wood decay caused by fungi, leading to the wood becoming brittle and crumbly, often occurring in damp or poorly ventilated areas.

Auxiliary Supported Run-Flat

A type of run-flat tire design that includes additional support structures to allow a vehicle to continue driving at reduced speeds even after the tire has lost all air pressure.