Which statement BEST describes the
strength of the evidence the author uses to
support the underlined claim on page 1?
Phelps provides insufficient evidence by
stating that books are more essential and
accessible than real friends.
Phelps provides sufficient evidence by
explaining that books enable people to
connect with the greatest thinkers.
Phelps provides insufficient evidence by
explaining that someone can recall sayings
only from a book they own.
Phelps provides sufficient evidence by
describing how a collection of books adds
beauty to a room.