Question

read this part of the text. why does the author begin the text this way? a to provide the reader with background information on the topic b to compare arguments presented on this topic c to educate the reader on challenges pilgrims faced as they crossed the north sea d to highlight the experiences of the colonists who arrived in plymouth editors note: the term pilgrim is used in this selection to refer to the whole group that sailed from england in 1620 as well as the first few additional groups of colonists that arrived in plymouth in 1621 and 1623. in fact, though, pilgrim was not commonly used to mean these first - comers until the early 1800s. the dictionary defines a pilgrim as someone who makes a journey for religious reasons.

Explanation:

The most common reason an author starts a text is to give context. Options B - D seem too specific without prior indication in the partial - text. Option A is a general and likely reason for beginning a text, providing background information helps engage the reader and set the stage for the topic.

Answer:

A. to provide the reader with background information on the topic