Question

Read the introduction of a speech given by a school principal.

Earth Day will be celebrated in over one hundred countries across the world next week. Students of Pine Grove High can show their compassion for the Earth by leaving cars at home and electronics unplugged for the day. Even small gestures can make a big difference! The attendance boundaries for our school span a fifteen-mile radius, but designated drop zones have been established for Earth Day. You can carpool to the drop zones and walk the remaining distance to reduce energy consumption. Crossing guards and town police will ensure the event runs smoothly. There will be a welcoming party to celebrate walkers, and a local berry farm will be supplying fruit smoothies.The author’s purpose of this speech is to inform listeners about the history of Earth Day. inform listeners about Pine Grove High’s boundaries. persuade listeners to participate in an Earth Day event. persuade listeners of the threat of an energy crisis.

Answer 1

C -persuade listeners to participate in an Earth Day event.

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Answer 2

persuade listeners to participate in an Earth Day event.

The principal's speech details the way students can participate by walking to school instead of using energy and driving. He gives details about the event and also the incentives to participate like berry smoothies. The other options are not valid because he does not speak about Earth Day's history or the threat of an energy crisis. He does mention the boundaries, but only to explain why there are drop zones for the event.