Question

what is the purpose of interpreting literature and other texts?
o to present someone elses information as your own without giving credit to the author
o to develop an understanding of an action or way of behaving as having a particular meaning or significance
o to purposefully investigate a topic to establish facts and reach new conclusions
o to take information from multiple sources to identify similarities and discrepancies to make your own arguments

Explanation:

Interpretation of literature and texts is about understanding actions or behaviors in terms of their meaning or significance. Plagiarism (presenting others' info as own) is wrong. Investigation (to establish facts) is research. Taking info from multiple sources (for arguments) is synthesis. The key here is the meaning - significance aspect of interpretation.

Answer:

to develop an understanding of an action or way of behaving as having a particular meaning or significance