Question

Read the passage from Sugar Changed the World.Which statement best describes the authors’ purpose in this passage?

The authors want to inform readers about Gandhi's experiences in South Africa.
The authors want to persuade readers that Gandhi had a strong influence on the Indian workers.
The authors want to inform readers about Gandhi’s practice of Satyagraha.
The authors want to persuade readers that Satyagraha is an effective way to solve problems.

Answer 1

The authors want to inform readers about Gandhi’s practice of Satyagraha.

Reason: the passage explains Gandhi’s nonviolent methods and how he used them (informing about his practice), rather than arguing that Satyagraha is effective or focusing mainly on his South Africa experiences or influence.