MediumReading and Writing· Expression of Ideas· None· MCQ
The author’s primary goal in the passage is to explain how a particular idea can be applied to a specific situation. The author uses a series of examples and anecdotes to illustrate the idea, and the author ends the passage by offering a final thought or conclusion. What is the most likely reason why the author uses anecdotes in the passage?
In the passage, the author uses anecdotes to
A
demonstrate the idea’s practical application.
B
make the passage more engaging and entertaining.
C
provide background information about the topic.
D
support a specific point of view on the subject.
Correct answer: A
Explanation
Anecdotes are used in the passage to demonstrate how the idea can be applied in a practical sense. The author uses these stories to make the concept more relatable and understandable to the reader.
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