Question

Having many musical styles, the band Super Sideways has a unique sound. Some of the band's songs possess a lounge feel, like a modern version of Frank Sinatra. Others, like the wildly popular "Shot Heard Round the Backyard," have a faster beat. These songs are more like radio-friendly pop. Super Sideways is capable of sounding heavy and loud, with screeching guitars and booming drums. The band can also sound soft and sweet, as on the hit "Snuggle Buggy."

What was the author's purpose in writing this paragraph?
A.
to get readers to buy a Super Sideways CD
B.
to describe the music of Super Sideways
C.
to narrate a story about Super Sideways
D.
to teach readers how to play good music

Answer 1

B. to describe the music of Super Sideways

The paragraph explains the band's varied musical styles and gives examples (lounge/Sinatra-like songs, pop like "Shot Heard Round the Backyard," heavy rock, and soft songs like "Snuggle Buggy"), so its purpose is descriptive.