Question

guided practice now that you have read the selection, try answering these questions about the main ideas. what is “an episode of war” primarily about? a. a soldier who rations supplies b. a doctor who saves a soldier’s arm c. a general who plans a battle d. a soldier who loses his arm

Explanation:

To determine the main idea of "An Episode of War", we analyze each option:

• Option A: Rationing supplies is not the primary focus of the story.
• Option B: The story is about a soldier who loses his arm, not a doctor saving it (the doctor is part of the event but not the main subject).
• Option C: The story does not center on a general planning a battle.
• Option D: "An Episode of War" by Stephen Crane focuses on a soldier who loses his arm during the war, depicting the experience and its impact.

Answer:

D. a soldier who loses his arm