Question

an author is very passionate about saving the lives of pandas and writes a letter because she would like readers to donate to a fund that helps protect their habitat. the most likely purpose of the author’s letters to ______ the readers. a entertain b explain c inform d persuade

Explanation:

The author wants readers to take action (donate to a panda habitat fund), which is an attempt to influence the readers' behavior. Entertaining would focus on enjoyment, explaining would focus on clarifying facts, and informing would focus on sharing information, none of which match the goal of getting readers to act. Persuading involves convincing others to take a specific action, which aligns with the author's intent.

Answer:

D. persuade