Question

Read the presentation assignment a teacher requires before summer vacation begins.

Research the risks of summer vacation. Determine the leading causes of accidents and injuries for local youth. Your sources must include at least one interview, such as a doctor, camp counselor, or lifeguard. Create a presentation that explains your findings and will prepare your classmates for the months ahead.

What is the purpose of this presentation?

to demonstrate a skill
to provide information
to persuade about a cause
to entertain with a story

Answer 1

to provide information

The assignment asks you to research risks, report findings (including an interview), and prepare classmates—so the main purpose is to inform and educate.