While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
<ul> <li>Maria Tallchief (1925-2013) was an American ballet dancer.</li> <li>She was a member of the Osage Nation.</li> <li>She is widely considered America's first major prima ballerina.</li> <li>She danced with the New York City Ballet for many years.</li> <li>Her partnership with choreographer George Balanchine was prominent.</li> </ul> The student wants to introduce Maria Tallchief to an audience unfamiliar with her. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?Which choice most effectively makes the student's point?
- A
She was a member of the Osage Nation.
- B
She danced with the New York City Ballet.
- C
Her partnership with Balanchine was prominent.
- Dcheck_circle
Maria Tallchief (1925-2013), a member of the Osage Nation, is widely considered America's first major prima ballerina.
Explanation
An introduction names, dates, and identifies the subject. Choice C does all three plus identifies her significance. The others assume familiarity.