Read the introduction to Darryl’s composition. Since the budget for the groundbreaking elephant-behavior-studies program has been cut—just as it was beginning to make progress—wildlife conservationists and their supporters are asking that people from all over the world promote the program by encouraging local agencies and community members to donate time and funds to secure the future of the amazingly gentle and intelligent African elephant species. Darryl is most likely writing with the purpose of persuading and influencing others. describing an entertaining story. explaining information using dates and facts. describing in an observational manner.

The reason for this answer comes from the tone and the words used by the writer, which showcase the purpose behind what he is saying. This introduction to Darryl´s composition, about the situation of the research and conservation program for African elephants, uses a persuasive language that touches the emotions of the readers by using words like amazingly gentle in reference to an animal as huge as an elephant. Immediately, the readership cannot help but feel a sense of connection and tenderness towards the animal, and thus, feel the inclination to support the request of the author. The tone given by the expressions used connect the reader to the plight of the situation. Also, the expressions like "just as it was beginning to make progress", touch certain sentiments in people, like a sense of perseverance and accomplishment, that leads the reader to believe that since the program was on its way to success, it is worth it to back it up again.