Craft and StructureEasy–MediumPurpose of a text about a covered stream
Craft and Structure practice question
The stream through the village was once open. It was covered over in 1890 to make room for the road, and it still runs beneath the main street. On quiet nights you can hear it under the drain covers.
Which choice best states the main purpose of the text?
- A. To describe a hidden feature of the village and how to notice it.Correct
- B. To argue that the stream should be uncovered.
- C. To explain how roads are built.
- D. To warn about flooding.
Answer: A. To describe a hidden feature of the village and how to notice it.
Hidden, but audible.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. To argue that the stream should be uncovered.
- No argument.
- C. To explain how roads are built.
- No road building.
- D. To warn about flooding.
- No flooding.
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