1. PART A: Which of the following best summarizes the author's likely purpose for including a description of the
scene from "Gasland" in the beginning of the article?
A To entertain the audience with a surprising story.
B To convince readers to support residents against fracking
companies.
O C To introduce the debate about fracking in an engaging
way.
OD To introduce readers to, Mark Markham, an important
character in the story.