Why did the author most likely write this passage? a) to explain how to build earthen mounds b) to tell about an important historic site c) to describe the life of the cherokee tribe d) to relate how to find interesting artifacts 17) the purpose of this passage is a) to teach about early european explorers. b) to describe a historic site and its builders. c) to tell which places to visit in north america. d) to explain how to build and preserve ancient artifacts. 18) the primary point of view of the author is that of a) a mound-builder seeking a safe location. b) a student of the past speaking in our time. c) an early european settler looking for land.