Question

If someone tells you a precautionary tale, he or she is probably trying to
a. inspire you to follow in the main character's footsteps.
b. show you how you are similar to the main character.
c. make you feel sorry for the main character.
d. stop you from making the choice the main character did.

Answer 1

I believe the answer is D. Stop you from making the choice the main character did.

Cautionary tales are meant to warn the reader of dangerous/harmful decisions, so that the reader doesn’t follow the same path.