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The following text is from Bram Stoker’s 1911 novel The Lair of the White Worm.

Adam is meeting his great-uncle Richard at a port.

The meeting so auspiciously begun proceeded well. Adam, seeing that the old man was interested in the

novelty of the ship, suggested that he should stay the night on board, and that he would himself be ready

to start at any hour and go anywhere that the other suggested. This affectionate willingness to fall in with

his own plans quite won the old man’s heart. He warmly accepted the invitation, and at once they became

not only in terms of affectionate relationship, but almost like old friends.

Which choice best states the main purpose of the text?

• A.

  It describes why Adam and his great-uncle Richard are excited for their upcoming journey on the ship.

• B.

  It contrasts great-uncle Richard’s wary first impressions of Adam with his ultimate affection toward

• C.

  It showcases how Adam’s flexibility and consideration strengthen his relationship with his great-uncle

• D.

  It states the reasons why Adam and his great-uncle Richard decide to sleep on the ship rather than