Question

A sari is a kind of clothing. Saris are worn by women around the world, mostly in southern Asia. The name comes from an Indian word meaning "piece of cloth." A sari is made of one flat piece of cloth. The cloth is five to nine yards long and two to four yards wide. First, women wrap the cloth around their waists. Then, they wrap it over one of their shoulders. Sometimes, women also wrap the cloth around their necks and heads. Saris cover the legs and body loosely.

Saris come in bright colors. They are usually made of light fabrics, most often cotton or silk. These fabrics can be easily folded, tucked, and draped. The fabric may be woven with checks, stripes, or other patterns. Some are painted, block printed, or even tie-dyed. Still others are embroidered with delicate designs, such as flowers, vines, or even animals. The sari moves and flows when the person who wears it walks or dances. The one edge that is not seen is plain. The other three edges have beautiful borders of different colors. Many saris are works of art.

Saris are among the oldest kinds of clothing in history. Women have worn them for nearly 5,000 years! There are more than 80 ways to wrap a sari. Each country and culture has its own style. Many women who own saris wear them for special occasions but not at work or at home. But if you attend a traditional Hindu wedding, you will be amazed at the variety of colors and styles of these garments.



What is the author's main purpose in this passage?
a
to tell an entertaining story about women who wear saris
b
to persuade women to wear saris instead of business suits
c
to give information about saris and how they are worn
d
to describe different kinds of clothing in different cultures

Answer 1

c — to give information about saris and how they are worn. The passage explains what a sari is, its size and materials, how it is wrapped, and its history and styles.