Read the excerpt from Enrique's Journey.

Enrique's head throbs. The sun reflects off the metal. It stings his eyes, and his skin tingles. It drains the little energy he has left. He moves around the car, chasing patches of shade. For a while, he stands on a narrow ledge at the end of a fuel tanker. It is just inches above the wheels. He cannot let himself fall asleep; one good shake of the train, and he would tumble off.

What is the author's purpose in this biography excerpt?

A. to tell when and where the story takes place

B. to explain how difficult it is to travel in some climates

C. to show how dangerous it is to leave Honduras

D. to introduce the main character and describe his traits

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Madelynn Glover

16 April, 09:06

Read the excerpt from Enrique's Journey.

Enrique's head throbs. The sun reflects off the metal. It stings his eyes, and his skin tingles. It drains the little energy he has left. He moves around the car, chasing patches of shade. For a while, he stands on a narrow ledge at the end of a fuel tanker. It is just inches above the wheels. He cannot let himself fall asleep; one good shake of the train, and he would tumble off.

What is the author's purpose in this biography excerpt?

A. to tell when and where the story takes place

B. to explain how difficult it is to travel in some climates

C. to show how dangerous it is to leave Honduras

D. to introduce the main character and describe his traits

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Dennis Love · Answer 1

C) By leaving Honduras, Enrique has to deal with the harsh climate, the uncomfortable freight wagons, and the danger associated with riding a train out of Honduras.

Sydney Daugherty · Answer 2

The correct answer is B.

In this biography's excerpt, the authors purpose is to explain how difficult it is so travel in some climates.

In this part, Enrique is riding a train that will take him out of Chiapas and closer to his mother. He is hiding in the traing, along with many immigrants, but the overwhelming heat is affecting his health, damagins his eyes and skin and draining his energies.