How could a change in emphasis best develop the events in this passage, making for a more interesting and exciting read?
the author could spend even more time discussing the preparations for takeoff.
the author could shorten details about mckee's preparations and describe how exciting and dangerous the rocket flight was and tell the
adventures that took place during colonization of saturn
the author could list and explain the different dials and switches in the cockpit to show how the advanced technology of the shuttle works, with
plenty of intricate technical detail
the author could focus the story solely on mckee's careful preparation for the trip, noting what he had for lunch and the clothes he wore.

Apex english 4 semester 1 read the following story summary. when she was a child, sara hated her piano instructor, mr. singh. she felt she had already mastered the piano, but mr. singh constantly criticized her playing in a blunt and hurtful way. after sara grew up, she realized that mr. singh's strictness was responsible for the only edge she had over other pianists her age and the only reason she was able to succeed in music later in life. she learned to appreciate his tough love. what does the story most clearly suggest about the author's perspective? a.that a person should put his or her talents to good use b.that pursuing one's dream is paramount in life c.that the world is harsh and only the strong survive d.that adults have children's best interests in mind