Question

In her book A Story of the Red Cross, Barton writes about the trip she took to Galveston to provide aid after the hurricane. Based on what you know of Barton, what are most likely her reasons for writing her memoir? Check all that apply.

to inform readers about Red Cross efforts
to provide travelers with a guidebook to Galveston
to inform readers about reaction to the Red Cross
to persuade readers that helping others is worthwhile
to tell her own story
to entertain readers with funny stories

Answer 1

Selected:
- to inform readers about Red Cross efforts — yes (she recounts relief activities and organization).
- to inform readers about reaction to the Red Cross — yes (she records public and official responses to relief work).
- to persuade readers that helping others is worthwhile — yes (Barton promoted humanitarian action and support for the Red Cross).
- to tell her own story — yes (it is a memoir and includes her personal account).

Not selected:
- to provide travelers with a guidebook to Galveston — no.
- to entertain readers with funny stories — no (entertainment was not her primary purpose).