Read the introduction.Voter participation is the cornerstone of a democratic society, and America’s young people should seize this privilege as soon as they are able. Some youth wait until a presidential election year or until confronted with a compelling political issue. Instead, everyone ought to register on his or her eighteenth birthday and embrace this rite of passage into adulthood.
Answer
A
to persuade young adults to run for political office
B
to persuade young adults to run for political office
C
to persuade young adults to register to vote
D
to persuade young adults to register to vote
E
to inform readers about the history of elections
F
to inform readers about the history of elections
G
to inform readers about democratic traditions
H
to inform readers about democratic traditions
Explanation
The introduction argues that young people should register to vote as soon as they turn eighteen. Its purpose is therefore to persuade young adults to register to vote, rather than to explain election history or encourage them to run for office. Choice C states that purpose.
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