Flamenco is a Spanish word that means "flamingo." It refers to a type of dance. This dance has been compared
to a flamingo because of the way the dancer moves. He or
she has rapid, loud foot movements, and one foot is off the
ground almost all the time.
What is the author's purpose in this passage?
A. To entertain
B. To express thoughts
C. To persuade
D. To explain something