What is the author's purpose for including the story of the hummingbird in the text?

Question

A to show why the hummingbird became the king of the animals

B to argue that hummingbirds are the best kind of animal

c to explain why the hummingbird was featured on the world's tallest sand sculpture

D to compare the hummingbird sculpture to other famous sand sculptures

Answer 1

Based on the given options, the correct answer is C: to explain why the hummingbird was featured on the world's tallest sand sculpture.

Answer 2

The world's tallest sand sculpture was based on the tale of a hummingbird. A huge forest where the hummingbird lives is on fire. It starts carrying water-one drop at a time-to the fire. The fire is huge. But the hummingbird does the best it can. This message is appreciated by many. Some are concerned with preserving Earth's environment. They have said that this story is symbolic of their efforts to take care of the planet. They keep moving forward one small step at a time. But of course, this idea applies to other efforts as well. The story has a message: Every act counts, no matter how insignificant it may seem.

The tale of the hummingbird is

A true

B new

c funny

D inspiring

Answer 3

Based on the given information, the tale of the hummingbird can be described as inspiring.