However, Gershwin’s income rose, and he worked harder and harder.

Where would it best fit in the passage? Click on the square ■ to add the sentence to the passage. Look at the ideas at the end of the sentence: However, Gershwin’s income rose, and he worked harder and harder. This sentence best fits at the place marked by the second square. With the new sentence inserted, the passage would read as follows: At that time, sheet-music sales were the measure of a song’s popularity, and song pluggers had to work long hours for the music publishers who employed them. However, Gershwin’s income rose, and he worked harder and harder. As a result of his hard work, Gershwin’s piano technique improved greatly, so much so that, while still in his teens, Gershwin became known as one of the most talented pianists in New York City.