Read the excerpt from Warriors Don't Cry.Cameras flashed, bright lights stung my eyes, and reporters asked lots of questions for the next half hour. Many of the reporters asked the attorneys what they planned to do to get rid of the troops. And questions were directed to Elizabeth. She seemed shy about answering, but with Mrs. Bates's help, she forced herself to say a few words. Eventually, however, questions were directed to all of us. My heart raced with fear and anticipation as I observed the process. I was almost hypnotized by the wonder of it all.
Answer
A
to describe her personal recollections to readers
B
to describe her personal recollections to readers
C
to entertain readers with a humorous story
D
to entertain readers with a humorous story
E
to explain the injustice of segregation to readers
F
to explain the injustice of segregation to readers
G
to persuade readers of the importance of youth activism
H
to persuade readers of the importance of youth activism
Explanation
The narrator describes the reporters, Elizabeth’s response, and her own feelings during the press conference. This first-person account shows that the purpose is to share personal recollections with readers. The passage is not mainly humorous or an argument urging youth activism.
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