Question

Read the paragraph from The Hot Zone. Just then, he noticed a blur of motion on his left, and he turned and saw two Hazleton workers walking toward him. They weren't supposed to be in here! The area was supposed to be sealed off, but they had come in by another route that led through a storeroom. They wore respirators, but nothing covered their eyes. When they saw the two men in space suits, they froze, speechless. Jerry could not see their mouths, but he could see their eyes, wide with astonishment. It was as if they had suddenly discovered that they were standing on the moon. What is the author’s main purpose for including this paragraph? 1. to inform readers about the location of the scene that is unfolding 2. to explain to readers that being a scientist can be exciting work 3. to entertain readers by illustrating how dramatic the situation is 4. to reassure readers that the situation was completely under control

Answer 1

C: To entertain readers by illustrating how dramatic the situation is.

Step-by-step explanation:

First it says "Hazleton workers walking toward him. They weren't supposed to be in here!" Which builds up interest. The next thing the story says is "The area was supposed to be sealed off, but they had come in by another route that led through a storeroom." Which builds curiosity, Then it says "When they saw the two men in space suits, they froze, speechless. Jerry could not see their mouths, but he could see their eyes, wide with astonishment. It was as if they had suddenly discovered that they were standing on the moon." Which is the peak of the excitement. All of these things are to build excitement and interest. Which means that it is to entertain readers.

Answer 2

C - To entertain readers by illustrating how dramatic the situation is