SAT English Practice Question

The author of the passage describes the experience of a young girl, Eleanor, who was raised by her grandmother in a house with a small garden. The author emphasizes the importance of the garden to Eleanor, stating that it provided her with a sense of place and belonging. Eleanor’s grandmother taught her about the plants in the garden, and she often spent time reading in the garden. When the family moved, Eleanor missed the garden greatly, and she was determined to grow her own garden in her new home. What is the author's primary purpose in the passage?

1. A.To explain the importance of gardens to children.
2. B.To describe the relationship between a granddaughter and her grandmother.
3. C.To illustrate the impact of a change of residence on a young girl.
4. D.To explain the importance of plants to the natural world.