Question

Question was provided via image upload.

Explanation:

Analyze the speech text

The speech introduction encourages students to participate in Earth Day by leaving cars at home, unplugging electronics, and using designated drop zones to walk to school. It details the logistics of the event, such as crossing guards, police, and a welcoming party with fruit smoothies to celebrate the walkers.

Determine the author's purpose

The principal is not merely providing historical facts about Earth Day or school boundaries, nor warning of an energy crisis. Instead, the principal is actively encouraging and urging students to take specific actions (carpooling, walking, unplugging) to participate in the school's Earth Day event.

Evaluate the options

• Option 1 ("inform listeners about the history of Earth Day") is incorrect because no history is discussed.
• Option 2 ("inform listeners about Pine Grove High's boundaries") is incorrect because boundaries are only mentioned logistically to facilitate the walking event.
• Option 3 ("persuade listeners to participate in an Earth Day event") is correct because the entire passage urges action and details how to join the event.
• Option 4 ("persuade listeners of the threat of an energy crisis") is incorrect because an energy crisis is not the focus of the speech.

Answer:

• inform listeners about the history of Earth Day
• inform listeners about Pine Grove High's boundaries
• persuade listeners to participate in an Earth Day event (Correct answer)
• persuade listeners of the threat of an energy crisis