1. What is the purpose of the introductions of Spunk and Joe in paragraphs 1-6?
A) to present their contrasting images and personalities
B)to present the reason why Spunk desires revenge
C) to convey each man’s love for the same woman
D) to convey each man’s dislike for the other
Answer:
A) to present their contrasting images and personalities
Explanation:
Spunk and Joe are two very different people as narrated in the book "Spunk".
Spunk is huge and physically more powerful that Joe, who is frail-looking. Along the narration, Spunk has an affair with Joe's wife and Joe is so devasted that he seeks revenge, but is unable to get redress and instead gets killed by Spunk.
The purpose of the introductions of Spunk and Joe in paragraphs 1-6 was to present their contrasting images and personalities.