Question

nothing can describe the confusion of thought which i felt when i sank into the water. though i swam very well, i could not deliver myself from the waves so as to draw breath, till that wave having driven me, or rather carried me, a vast way on towards the shore, and having spent itself, went back, and left me upon the land almost dry, but half dead with the water i took in. i had so much presence of mind, as well as breath left, that seeing myself nearer the mainland than i expected, i got upon my feet, and endeavoured to make on towards the land as fast as i could before another wave should return and take me up again. however, i soon found it was impossible to avoid it; for i saw the sea come after me as high as a great hill, and as furious as an enemy, which i had no means or strength to contend with; my business was to hold my breath, and raise myself upon the water if i could. by swimming, i could preserve my breathing, and pilot myself towards the shore, if possible. my greatest concern now being that the sea, as it would carry me a great way towards the shore when it came on, might not carry me back again with it when it gave back towards the sea. the wave that came upon me again buried me at once

from robinson crusoe by daniel defoe

directions: drag each tile to the correct location on the chart. not all tiles will be used.

which three phrases correctly complete the sentence?

robinson crusoe’s determination contributes to the plot by

showing how

he recognized his limitations and helplessness.

he proved his commanding physical strength.

he applied strategy to the need at hand.

he demonstrated a resolve to survive.

he allowed the forces of nature to take their course.

he pushed through difficult circumstances.

Explanation:

The text from Robinson Crusoe shows Crusoe's struggle with the sea waves. His actions like recognizing limitations, applying strategies to survive, and pushing through difficulties contribute to the plot by highlighting his determination. He realizes his physical and mental boundaries when dealing with the powerful sea. He then uses his wits to try to get to shore, showing his resolve to overcome the situation.

Answer:

• He recognized his limitations: contributes to the plot by showing how Robinson Crusoe's determination
• He applied strategy to the need at hand: contributes to the plot by showing how Robinson Crusoe's determination
• He pushed through difficult circumstances: contributes to the plot by showing how Robinson Crusoe's determination