Question

butterflies perform one of natures most spectacular tricks: metamorphosis. a butterfly begins life in its larval stage. after the larva, or caterpillar, eats huge amounts of food, it is ready for its awe - inspiring feat. commonly, the larva suspends itself from a branch and forms a hard cocoon from its own silk. inside, the insect dissolves into a gooey liquid that still contains some organized cells that will form the new butterfly. those cells divide and create the wings, antennae, legs, and other parts. then, as if by magic, a complete butterfly emerges! which best shows that the author’s purpose is to inform readers about butterfly metamorphosis? the author provides facts about metamorphosis, like how the cells divide and create the wings. the author argues that the butterfly is amazing because it can make its own silk. the author lists the parts of a butterfly such as antennae and legs.

Explanation:

The question is about determining the author's purpose regarding butterfly metamorphosis. The first option (the one with "The author provides facts about metamorphosis, like how the cells divide and create the wings") matches because the text explains the process of metamorphosis, including cell division and wing creation, which are factual details to inform readers about metamorphosis. The second option's argument about the butterfly being amazing due to silk - making is not the main purpose here. The third option's listing of parts is not the focus as the text is about the metamorphosis process, not just listing parts.

Answer:

The author provides facts about metamorphosis, like how the cells divide and create the wings.