The main function of the first and second paragraphs is to

A
introduce an anecdote from which the author will draw her principal argument

B
describe a pet peeve from which the author will learn an important lesson

C
provide evidence for a supposed trend that the author will later refute

D
reveal a story concerning a recent experience the author had that will later be explored in more detail

E
confess to an embarrassing feeling the author had, one that the author will later describe as universal