Set 2: Command of Evidence (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
Magic realism in One Hundred Years of Solitude blends the mundane and miraculous. A character ascending to heaven while doing laundry is presented without surprise, normalizing the extraordinary.
What is the effect of presenting miracles as normal?
Detailed Explanation
This question requires you to identify evidence that supports a claim. 'Normalizing the extraordinary' = blurring reality/fantasy. The best evidence directly and explicitly supports the stated claim without requiring assumptions. Match specific textual details or data points to the claim being made. The correct answer provides clear, direct support. Strong evidence directly addresses the claim without requiring additional interpretation. When evaluating options, look for quotes or data that explicitly support the statement. Weak evidence may be tangentially related but doesn't provide direct proof.
Key Evidence:
• "Magic realism in One Hundred Years of Solitude blends the mundane and miraculous"
Why others are wrong: A (This option is incorrect.), C (This option is incorrect.), D (This option is incorrect.).