This passage may contain errors.
(1) There is definitely a correct manner in which to give gifts. (2) Sure, you might be thinking that all you have to do is go to a store, buy the perfect present, and wrap it. (3) If that's all you do, then you are forgetting the real importance of gift–giving.
(4) The first thing you should do is to consider the person who is getting the thing. (5) Is this a person to whom you'd like to share an important message? (6) If so, consider giving something from the heart. (7) Giving gifts is really fun and people all over the world engage in this activity. (8) It doesn't have to be something really expensive. (9) It could be something as simple as a framed photograph of something that will stay in the person's heart. (10) You may want to find something that would touch the person emotionally. (11) Just keep in mind that it's not the cost of the gift that counts, it's the emotional value that will be remembered forever.
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Multiple Choice Question
The student's MAIN purpose for writing this passage is to
A.
persuade the reader to be thoughtful when choosing a gift for someone.
B.
inform the reader about all the items one could purchase as a gift.
C.
discuss why some gifts are better than others.
D.
entertain the reader by providing sentimental anec
1 answer
The student's MAIN purpose for writing this passage is to
A. persuade the reader to be thoughtful when choosing a gift for someone.
The passage emphasizes the importance of considering the recipient's feelings and the emotional value behind the gift, rather than just focusing on the cost or the act of purchasing a gift itself.
