A group of friends were hiking in the mountains. They had brought a picnic basket and a blanket to enjoy the beautiful scenery. The friends had been hiking for several hours, and they were all starting to get hungry. One of the friends, Sarah, suggested that they eat lunch. The group agreed, and they all sat down on the blanket to enjoy their meal. After lunch, they continued hiking, enjoying the rest of the day. What is the most likely reason why the writer uses the word "all" in the phrase, "they all sat down on the blanket?"
In this passage, the word "all" is used to
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The word "all" is used to emphasize that every member of the group sat down on the blanket. This creates a sense of unity and togetherness among the friends, which can help the reader feel more engaged with the message.
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