Question

The authors' description of the video in the first paragraph serves primarily to

A
question a widespread assumption regarding women's participation in computer science
B
illustrate a particular perspective on the importance of learning to code
present computer scientists as a socially responsible community
D
emphasize that learning to code requires both aptitude and dedication
E
explain how learning to code prepares students for coveted jobs

Answer 1

B. illustrate a particular perspective on the importance of learning to code

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Answer B

Correct. In the first paragraph, the authors describe the ways in which the video’s participants encouraged people to learn to code, using quotations to illustrate different participants’ positions on this subject. The authors then go on to present some other writers’ criticisms of the video. By documenting the perspectives in the video and presenting differing opinions, the authors enter the conversation about how to promote coding by engaging with positions that have already been put forward and argued about in this conversation.

Answer 2

B

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