Read the Paragraph and Then Answer the Questions That Follow

question 35

Multiple Choice

Read the paragraph and then answer the questions that follow by selecting the correct response. ​
By joining the army, your son or daughter can make a difference in the world and receive many benefits. First, by serving the country and protecting our freedoms, your son or daughter will be building a better future for others and for him- or herself-a future full of pride, honor, and opportunities. The benefits don't end there. No matter where your son's or daughter's interests lie, the Army offers expert training in a wide range of careers: 120 in the Army Reserve and 150 in active Army. Whether he or she chooses to explore a new career or strengthen a current one, hands-on experience will provide an edge. The Army also makes college affordable. Education can be costly, but the Army offers rich benefits that can significantly lessen the financial burden. These include offering money for college, college loan repayment programs and other academic incentives. In addition, your son or daughter will experience personal growth. By joining the Army, he or she will gain valuable interpersonal skills, such as teamwork, time management, problem-solving skills and professionalism. He or she will be challenged to accept a new sense of discipline and responsibility. Army training can turn your young adult into a Soldier. Fueled by honor, pride, ability and strength, he or she can achieve great things.
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Adapted from U.S. Army, http://www.goarmy.com/parents.html
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The purpose of this paragraph is to

• A) persuade young adults to join the Army.
• B) persuade parents that the Army is a good career choice for their children.
• C) assure new Army recruits that they made the right choice.

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