Stars and Stripes: Author's Purpose

Why did the author most likely write this passage?

• A.To sell a new video game
• B.To teach readers about symbols of America
• C.To tell a spooky ghost story

Authors use examples to explain their ideas. Which sentence from the passage gives an example?

• A.Symbols of America are special signs that represent our country and its…
• B.The stars stand for the states, and the stripes stand for bravery.
• C.For example, the American flag has red, white, and blue colors.