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Craft and StructureEasyPurpose of a text about a lost cat

Craft and Structure practice question

Our grey cat, Pebble, went missing from Elm Street on Tuesday evening. She is small, wears a red collar, and is nervous of strangers. If you see her, please call the number below.

Which choice best states the main purpose of the text?

  1. A. To ask for help finding a lost pet.Correct
  2. B. To describe the habits of cats.
  3. C. To complain about a neighbour.
  4. D. To advertise a cat for sale.

Answer: A. To ask for help finding a lost pet.

Missing, description, please call.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. To describe the habits of cats.
One cat, not cats.
C. To complain about a neighbour.
No complaint.
D. To advertise a cat for sale.
No sale.

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