Question

read the following passage from the article:
on a misty morning in the mountains of northeast india, a turbulent river rages through a rocky gorge. farmers en route to their rice fields walk across a bridge, followed by a family heading to the next town.
why did the author include this information?
a. to reveal that rice flourishes in the mountains of northeast india
b. to explain the culture’s family routines and activities
c. to illustrate the vital purpose the bridge serves in this perilous location
d. to highlight the dangers of india’s monsoon season

Explanation:

• Option A: The passage focuses on the bridge and people using it, not rice cultivation details. Eliminate A.
• Option B: The passage shows farmers and a family using the bridge, not general family routines. Eliminate B.
• Option C: The river is turbulent (perilous), and people (farmers, family) use the bridge to cross, showing the bridge’s vital role here. This fits.
• Option D: The passage describes a misty morning and a turbulent river, but no mention of monsoon season dangers. Eliminate D.

Answer:

C. To illustrate the vital purpose the bridge serves in this perilous location