Use the paragraph to answer the question.
The mimic octopus not only changes its color, but also its shape and behavior. It is able to imitate 15 different species. By changing the way it swims, it can look and act like a sea snake, stingray, jellyfish, and even a seashell. Changing its movement confuses predators, helping it flee to safety. It also helps it confuse prey and catch its next meal. The mimic octopus truly is a great example of how animals adapt to survive.
In one to two sentences, explain what media format would you choose to present the information in this paragraph?
(2 points)
I would choose a video format, such as a nature documentary clip, to present the information in this paragraph because it allows viewers to see the dynamic color and shape changes of the mimic octopus in action, as well as its imitation of different species, which is more impactful and engaging than static images or text alone. Additionally, a video can effectively demonstrate the movement and behavior of the octopus in a way that helps the audience fully appreciate its adaptive survival strategies.
In 1-2 sentences, explain why two authors might provide different interpretations of the same set of facts.(2 points)
Two authors might provide different interpretations of the same set of facts due to their individual biases, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and previous experiences, which can influence how they perceive and present information. Additionally, their specific purposes or intended audiences may guide them to emphasize or downplay certain aspects of the facts to align with their objectives or the interests of their readers.
Read the following passage to respond to the question.
Althea Gibson's Firsts
The text is from the "America's Story from America's Library" by the Library of Congress.
Have you ever been the first person to do something? Maybe in a sport or at school? Long before Monica Seles, Steffi Graf, or Chris Evert won the women's singles title at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in England, there was Althea Gibson. Gibson not only won the title on July 6, 1957; she was the first African American (male or female) to win a tennis championship at Wimbledon. The Wimbledon title was just the beginning of a long line of Gibson "firsts."
Althea Gibson was thirteen years old when she took her first tennis lesson, and [two years] later, she won her first tournament. Gibson was a great athlete. She was the first African American to compete for the U.S. Nationals. She won many U.S. and international titles, but Althea Gibson had something much tougher than tennis tournaments to face.
Throughout her career, Althea Gibson struggled against segregation, the practice of separating Black people from white people. Imagine winning a tournament and then not being allowed into the same hotel or restaurant as the other players. It might make you want to quit playing tennis, but Althea Gibson never gave up. She became the first Black woman to be named Athlete of the Year by the Associated Press-twice. All those Gibson "firsts" helped pave the way for future champions like Venus and Serena Williams.
Write a 3-5 sentence paragraph that identifies the author's claim in the passage. Provide at least two pieces of evidence to support the claim.
(4 points)