Set 9: Central Ideas (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
The following passage is adapted from Jane Austen's 1813 novel *Pride and Prejudice*. It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife. However little known the feelings or views of such a man may be on his first entering a neighbourhood, this truth is so well fixed in the minds of the surrounding families, that he is considered the rightful property of some one or other of their daughters.
What social assumption does the narrator highlight in the passage?
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. The text states that the 'truth' that a wealthy single man needs a wife is so 'fixed in the minds of the surrounding families' that he is considered their 'rightful property.' This highlights the assumption that these men are destined for marriage to their daughters.
Choice C is incorrect because the text argues the opposite assumption exists.
Choice A is incorrect because the text implies families are eager.
Choice B is incorrect because the text discusses how they are viewed upon entering a neighborhood, not their secrecy.
Key Evidence:
• "truth universally acknowledged"
• "considered the rightful property"
Why others are wrong: C (Contradicts text), A (Contradicts text), B (Irrelevant).
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