Q. You were a journalist before becoming a novelist. How has your experience in nonfiction affected your fiction writing?A: It's a fairly dim memory at this point! But the most salient aspect of journalism that continues to help me is an ability to research, digest, and translate a lot of background information for my characters. Whether it's the natural world of Cuba, the history of the Chinese migration to the island, or the fine points of Texas hold 'em, I can still absorb and distill what I need to pretty quickly.—Interview with Cristina García,Frank MundoWhich of the following statements best expresses García's main idea in this passage?García's background in journalism helps her conduct research and use realistic details.García believes that her career in journalism has made fiction writing more difficult for her.García's journalism background helps her add magic to her realism.García's journalism experience has made her a quick and thorough editor.

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