Question

language arts progress check
the great wall is made of bricks, rocks, and earth. it is one of the biggest construction projects ever finished. the wall meanders through the mountains of northern china. it was originally about 3,000 miles long. its walls are 15 to 30 feet thick and up to 25 feet high. during the ming dynasty (1368 - 1644), the great wall was lengthened to about 4,000 miles. it was also renovated over a period of 200 years. in that time, cannons were inserted along the wall. watch towers were also added.
the great wall is a national treasure to the chinese and one of the most famous tourist destinations in the world. it is estimated that as many as 10 million people visit it each year. unfortunately, the wall has suffered greatly in recent years from damage and neglect. in 1987, the great wall was named a world cultural heritage site by the united nations educational, scientific and cultural organization (unesco)
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which statement in the passage should be supported by more specific facts or evidence?
a. “after conquering and uniting seven warring states, the emperor decided to have the wall built to protect the country.”
b. “unfortunately, the wall has suffered greatly in recent years from damage and neglect.”
c. “in that time, cannons were inserted along the wall, and watch towers were also added.”
d. “its walls are 15 to 30 feet thick and up to 25 feet high.”

Explanation:

The statement about the Great Wall suffering in recent years from damage and neglect is a broad - claim. It would benefit from specific facts like what types of damage (e.g., erosion, vandalism), where exactly the damage occurred, and how neglect manifested (lack of maintenance funds, etc.). The other statements have more specific details already provided such as construction details, historical actions like adding cannons and watch - towers, and measurements.

Answer:

B. "Unfortunately, the wall has suffered greatly in recent years from damage and neglect."