Museum Director: "The City Council's Vote to Close the Natural

Multiple Choice

Museum Director: "The City Council's vote to close the Natural History Museum on January 1st was foolish and will harm the city. Our museum is the premier natural history museum in the country; every year it attracts tourists and researchers, bringing their spending power into the city. It is an excellent place for our city's children to learn about the world around them. And finally, the museum's operating budget is completely paid for by private donations and admission tickets."
Which of the following is the main point of the Museum Director's argument?

A) The museum is the premier natural history museum in the country.
B) The museum does not cost any money to the city.
C) The museum is one of the town's main tourist attractions.
D) Closing the museum was not a wise decision.
E) The museum helps the city to earn money and balance its budget.