Question

Read the excerpt from Warriors Don't Cry.

Cameras flashed, bright lights stung my eyes, and reporters asked lots of questions for the next half hour. Many of the reporters asked the attorneys what they planned to do to get rid of the troops. And questions were directed to Elizabeth. She seemed shy about answering, but with Mrs. Bates's help, she forced herself to say a few words. Eventually, however, questions were directed to all of us. My heart raced with fear and anticipation as I observed the process. I was almost hypnotized by the wonder of it all.

What is the author’s purpose for including these details?

to describe her personal recollections to readers
to entertain readers with a humorous story
to explain the injustice of segregation to readers
to persuade readers of the importance of youth activism

Answer 1

A

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Answer 2

The author’s purpose for including these details is:

A. to describe her personal recollections to readers.

Step-by-step explanation:

In "Warriors Don't Cry" Melba Patillo Beals narrates the true story of the group known as the Little Rock Nine. Beals and the other eight African Americans part of the group were the first black people to attend Little Rock High School, in Arkansas.

This particular excerpt from the story has the purpose of presenting Beals's personal recollections to readers. Notice how she focuses on how she felt, on how the whole experience was new and impressive to her. Even though the book itself speaks of injustice and the importance of activism, this passage concerns Beals's personal experiences, feelings, and thoughts - "My heart raced with fear and anticipation as I observed the process. I was almost hypnotized by the wonder of it all." Therefore, the best answer is letter A. to describe her personal recollections to readers.