I think it is A) persuade because the author is trying to convince the reader that soccer is the most popular sport in the world.
NEVER “lend” your pencils to people because, let me tell you, you’re not getting them back.
Answer:
It is either "B" or "D"
Explanation:
It might be "B" because they are talking about the American and British armies and how the Americans had a smaller army than the British.
But I also say "D" because, they are talking about the differences between communication 700 years ago and how it changed to now.
I think it's "D", that's what I would go with.
Hope I could help you.
D - Inclusive language avoids biases, slang, or expressions that discriminate against groups of people based on race, gender, or socioeconomic status.