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Novel: From A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith

Question 1 • CA-Common Core English Language Arts 11 B

What was Betty Smith’s primary purpose in writing A Tree Grows in Brooklyn?

Answer
A
to inform
B
to persuade
C
to entertain
D
to report

Explanation

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is a novel that tells a story about Francie Nolan and her family. Its primary purpose is to engage readers through characters, events, and themes, rather than mainly to present facts or persuade readers to take a position. Therefore, the best answer is “to entertain.”

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