Question

Which statements best describe the author’s purpose for writing this passage? Select two options.

to present background information about Nina
to create a sense of suspense about Nina’s future
to intrigue the reader with details about Nina
to show how Nina was able to mislead people
to persuade the reader that Nina was rich

Answer 1

- to present background information about Nina
- to intrigue the reader with details about Nina

These two best fit an authorial purpose that supplies relevant background while using specific details to engage and interest the reader.