Read the excerpt from "How the Grimm Brothers Saved the Fairy Tale." Between 1812 and 1857, seven editions of their tales appeared, each one different from the last, until the final, best-known version barely resembled the first. Given that the first edition has recently been honored in bicentenary celebrations throughout the world, it is perhaps a good time to reexamine what we think we know about the original tales of the Brothers Grimm. What is the author's purpose in writing this paragraph?
Answer
A
to inform the reader that the text will take a second look at the Grimms’ original tales
B
to entertain the reader with excerpts from the Grimms' tales
C
to persuade the reader that the Grimm brothers were influential
D
to show the reader that the Grimms have received many honors
Explanation
The paragraph notes that the Grimms’ tales changed across seven editions, then says it is a good time to reexamine what people know about the original tales. That signals that the article will take a second look at those original tales. The mention of bicentenary celebrations provides context; the paragraph does not mainly entertain with story excerpts or argue for the Grimms’ influence.
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