Question

In addition to traditional events like bake sales and car washes, young activists have raised money through more creative means. Many use special occasions, such as birthdays and bar or bat mitzvahs, to ask their friends and families to donate money to animal rights, rather than give gifts.
Why does the author most likely include these details?
to illustrate that young activists pressure others to donate money
to show that young activists are more generous than non-activists
to emphasize the dedication and generosity of young activists
to highlight that young activists are irresponsible with money

Answer 1

I would say the third choice, "to emphasize the dedication and generosity of young activists," is correct. if the young activists ask people to donate rather than give a gift for birthdays, that doesn't suggest that they "pressure" anyone into it--they're just asking that they redirect their money to a specific cause. they aren't necessarily more generous than non-activists, because non-activists can definitely still donate and offer money to causes. activists are just... well, more active about it. the final answer is also incorrect; the passage doesn't try to paint a picture of young activists being irresponsible with money, it praises them for being "creative" and finding new ways to achieve their cause. the creativity and incorporation of new ideas definitely shows their dedication, and their willingness to give up gifts shows their generosity.