Read this passage from the article:
Every day, angry crowds shouted at [Bridges] as she walked into the building. Many families removed their kids from the school. Still, Bridges' strength paved the way for others to follow in her footsteps.
The author's purpose for writing this passage was to __________.
A.persuade the reader that Ruby Bridges' struggles did not last long
B.explain how Ruby Bridges became a role model when she was very young
C.tell how Ruby Bridges feels now that she is all grown up
D.explain how Ruby Bridges made so many new friends in first grade