Question

What is the main purpose of paragraph 1?

A.
to explain how the author's opinion was changed

B.
to show why the author became interested in the topic

C.
to explain the author's reason for writing the column

D.
to show that the author is interested in history

Answer 1

I don’t have the paragraph to read. Please paste paragraph 1 (or tell me the passage), and I’ll pick the best answer.

If you want to decide it yourself, check for these clues:
- A (opinion changed): look for a contrast like “I used to… but now…” or a description of how the author’s view shifted.
- B (why became interested): look for an anecdote or event that sparked the author’s interest (“I first became interested when…”).
- C (reason for writing): look for an explicit statement of purpose (“I’m writing this column because…,” “this column explains…”).
- D (shows interest in history): look for expressions of enjoyment or ongoing interest in history rather than a reason or change.

Paste the paragraph and I’ll choose A–D and explain.