Which best states the author's purpose for writing the passage?

Question

To persuade the reader to believe that WWII was a mistake


To inform the reader of the importance of the Marines during WWII


To persuade the reader that Philip Johnston changed the lives of many people


To inform the reader of the significance of the Navajo code talkers

Answer 1

The best statement of the author's purpose for writing the passage is:

To inform the reader of the significance of the Navajo code talkers.

This purpose focuses on providing information about the importance and contributions of the Navajo code talkers during WWII, rather than trying to persuade the reader of a particular viewpoint.