Section: Evidence-Based Reading

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The author of passage 1 mentions "Vulcan," the god of Roman mythology, primarily to

Emphasize the origins of volcanoes and how they've always been culturally significant to life on earth.
Start a discussion on volcanoes and their role in polytheism
Mislead the reader
Start a discussion on the influence of volcanoes in science-fiction

Explanation

Answer 1: this is the only choice that makes sense when grouped with the four options.