Which of the following passages is an example of an informational text?
a) Acupuncture is much better than Western medicine. Antibiotics and prescription painkillers are terrible for you, and acupuncture works so much better in a natural and holistic way. Everyone should see an acupuncturist to work on what ails them.
b) Acupuncture is useless, and everyone should use Western medicine instead. Antibiotics and prescription painkillers are a much better option. Just because it's historic doesn't mean it's better. Acupuncture should be against the law.
c) Acupuncture is one of my favorite things. It feels so good, and it's so relaxing. It helps me with stress, pain from a neck injury, and pain from arthritis. My acupuncturist is so nice and gentle, and she has become a very good friend.
d) Acupuncture is the ancient practice of using tiny needles on certain energy centers in the body to treat pain, nausea, anxiety, and many other illnesses. It was created in China approximately 4000 years ago and is now practiced widely around the world.
The passage (d) "Acupuncture is the ancient practice of using tiny needles on certain energy centers in the body to treat pain, nausea, anxiety, and many other illnesses. It was created in China approximately 4000 years ago and is now practiced widely around the world." is an example of an informational text.
The passage that is an example of an informational text is option d) "Acupuncture is the ancient practice of using tiny needles on certain energy centers in the body to treat pain, nausea, anxiety, and many other illnesses. It was created in China approximately 4000 years ago and is now practiced widely around the world."
The correct answer is d) Acupuncture is the ancient practice of using tiny needles on certain energy centers in the body to treat pain, nausea, anxiety, and many other illnesses. It was created in China approximately 4000 years ago and is now practiced widely around the world.
Explanation:
An informational text provides factual information on a specific topic without expressing personal opinions or biases. In the given options, only passage d) provides factual information about acupuncture, its history, and its use in treating various illnesses. It does not include personal opinions or biases, making it an example of an informational text. The other options express personal opinions or biases towards acupuncture, indicating they are not informational texts.