Question #N1036

The author of the passage suggests that "true success" means more than just being rich or famous. The author believes that true success comes from within, and that it is built on the foundation of inner peace and contentment. The author goes on to say that it is essential to be honest with oneself, to forgive others, and to live a life of purpose. What is the author’s primary purpose in this passage?

The author of this passage is primarily interested in
A. describing the characteristics of people who are truly successful.
B. arguing that most people don’t know how to be truly successful.
C. explaining why it is difficult to achieve true success.
D. suggesting that true success is a common misconception.

Correct Answer is: A

The author is primarily describing the characteristics of a truly successful person, according to the author's definition of "true success." The author does not make any claims about the difficulty of achieving true success or suggest that it is a misconception. Rather, the author defines true success as being honest with oneself, forgiving others, and living a life of purpose.