Question

review the journal entry and then answer the question. monday, november 14, 1768 we arrived at rio de janeiro, brazil. the weather was pleasant with moderate waves and low wind. at five in the evening, we anchored in five fathoms of water just above the isle of cobras. tuesday, november 15, 1768 fine weather. obtained fresh greens and beef for the ships crew. saturday, november 19, 1768 the weather was cloudy. we were busy getting water and other necessities on board, as well as caulking and repairing the ship. i had to punish seaman john thurman for refusing to help the sailmaker repair the sails. adapted from james cook, captain cooks journal during the first voyage round the world. which best indicates that the primary audience is authorities financing the expedition? the writer includes information about the weather. the writer records his daily thoughts and feelings. the writer mentions the ships arrival in rio de janeiro, brazil. the writer provides a factual record of the ships activities.

Explanation:

Financing authorities would be interested in how the expedition funds are being used. A factual record of the ship's activities such as obtaining supplies, making repairs, and crew - related incidents shows how resources are being allocated and the progress of the expedition. Weather and arrival location are less relevant to showing financial accountability compared to ship activities. Daily thoughts and feelings are not important for those financing the expedition.

Answer:

The writer provides a factual record of the ship's activities.