Question #N268

The passage describes the author’s childhood memories and the way they shaped her writing. The speaker reveals that her mother’s work as a seamstress had a significant impact on her perspective on life. What is the most likely reason the author includes this detail?

The author’s description of her mother’s work as a seamstress most likely serves to
A. highlight the author’s admiration for her mother’s talent.
B. demonstrate the author’s interest in fashion and clothing.
C. show how the author’s childhood experiences influenced her worldview.
D. explain why the author became a writer.

Correct Answer is: C

The passage is focused on the author's childhood experiences and how those experiences shaped her worldview. The author's mother's work as a seamstress is presented as an example of how her childhood experiences shaped her perspective on life, therefore, it most likely serves to show how the author’s childhood experiences influenced her worldview.