Text ? To create a delightful origami boat, begin with a square sheet of paper. If you have a rectangular sheet, fransformin into a square by folding one corner to meet the opposite comer, forming a triongle Trim off the excess paper to achleve a perfect square. Now, fold the square In half diagonally.creating a triangle, and then repeat this process along the other diagonal. Unfold the paper to reveal intersecting creases forming an X. Fold the paper in half horizontally and vertically bringing the edges to meet at the central Intersection point. Open the paper, and you'll notice two intersecting creases. Hold the paper at this central point gently bringing the sides together, and the paper will collapse into a square shape, forming the base of the boat. To shape the boat,fold the bottom corners of the square up to meet the top comer, creating a triangular shape at the bottom and forming the boat structure . Flip the paper over and repeat this step on the other side.Your origami boat is now completel For the finishing touch, place the boat in water, gently releasing It to float. Enjoy the simple beauty of your handcrafted origami boat as It gracefully salls on the water. For added creativity,experiment with different paper sizes and colors to craft a fleet of origami boats. Practice the folds carefully for a well-shaped and charming boat. Congratulations on successfully creating an origami boat - a delightful paper creation that brings joy and a touch of artistry to your day. 11. What is the first step in creating an origami boat, according to the passage? a. Folding the paper in half horizontally and vertically d. Creating intersecting creases by folding diagonally b. Transforming a rectangular sheet into a square e. Placing the boat in water for the finishing touch c. Folding the bottom corners of the square up to meet the top corner 12. What is the purpose of folding the paper in half horizontally and vertically after creating the intersecting creases? a. To form a perfect circle d. To make a triangle b. To reveal intersecting creases e. To achieve a perfect square c. To create a square shape 13. What is the final step in shaping the origami boat after forming the base? a. Folding the paper in half horizontally d. Collapsing the paper into a square shape b. Creating intersecting creases c. Placing the boat in water e. Folding the bottom corners up to meet the top corner