Question

1. what is the author’s main purpose for writing \taking action\? *

a. to inform readers about nursing homes
b. to describe clubs at a school
c. to persuade readers to buy video games
d. to tell readers a story about a club project

Explanation:

To determine the author's main purpose, we analyze each option:

• Option a: The title "Taking Action" doesn't suggest focusing on nursing homes, so this is incorrect.
• Option b: "Taking Action" implies a narrative or project, not just describing school clubs, so this is wrong.
• Option c: There's no indication the text is about persuading to buy video games, so this is incorrect.
• Option d: "Taking Action" fits a story about a club project, as projects involve taking action.

Answer:

d. to tell readers a story about a club project