Question

which is the best comparison of the authors purpose in these two essays about genetically modified food?
the purpose of the first essay is to inform; the purpose of the second is to entertain.
the purpose of the first essay is to entertain; the purpose of the second is to persuade.
the purpose of both essays is to persuade the reader of a specific point of view.
the purpose of both essays is to entertain readers with a story about world events.

Explanation:

Essays about genetically modified food typically aim to persuade readers (e.g., about safety, benefits, or risks) rather than entertain (which would involve storytelling/amusement) or just inform without a persuasive angle. The first two options misclassify purposes (entertain is unlikely for GMO essays), and the fourth option's "entertain with world events" is incorrect. Both essays on GMOs likely aim to persuade readers of their stance.

Answer:

C. The purpose of both essays is to persuade the reader of a specific point of view.