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Craft and StructureEasyPurpose of a lost-pet notice

Craft and Structure practice question

Lost: a grey cat named Smoky, last seen near the park on Sunday. If you find him, please call the number below.

Which choice best states the main purpose of the text?

  1. A. To ask for help finding a lost cat.Correct
  2. B. To offer a cat for sale.
  3. C. To describe the park.
  4. D. To warn people about a dangerous animal.

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

Lost, last seen, please call.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. To offer a cat for sale.
Nothing is for sale.
C. To describe the park.
The park is only where he was seen.
D. To warn people about a dangerous animal.
A pet cat is not a warning.

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