What are two questions a reader should ask when analyzing how an author develops the main idea in an informational text?

a. How does the author increase awareness of the text after its publication?

b. How does the author define unfamiliar terms throughout the text?

c. How do the author’s techniques reinforce the key idea?

d. How does the author connect the ideas in the text?

e. How does the author explain how he or she conducted research?

How does the author connect the ideas in the text?

How do the author’s techniques reinforce the key idea?

Explanation:

PLATO

the symbol of the grandfather's heritage in this excerpt from "the medicine bag,” is the beaded bolo tie.

a bolo tie is a cord fastened around the neck with an ornamental clasp which is worn as a necktie. they have been used by native american tribes such as hopi, navajo, zuni, and puebloans since the mid-20th century.

therefore, the fact that the grandfather is wearing a bolo tie refers to his heritage as native american.