Question

Read the passage.

H. G. Wells was a scientist and a writer. He used his knowledge of science to create realistic works of fiction that fascinated readers. His novel The War of the Worlds gained fame when it was adapted for radio.

What is the purpose of this passage?

A to entertain readers with a story about H. G. Wells
B to inform readers about H. G. Wells’s writing
C to entertain readers with an excerpt from a novel
D to persuade readers to read science fiction

Answer 1

B to inform readers about H. G. Wells's writing

Answer 2

B to inform readers about H. G. Wells’s writing

This purpose is to inform. The passage only contains factual information about H.G. Wells's writing. We don't know anything about his life. When the purpose is to entertain, the author uses more figurative language and other literary devices to make the writing more interesting. The purpose is not to persuade because the author does not make any opinion statements about H. G. Wells or his writing.