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Set 3: Command of Evidence (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: A

PASSAGE

Intersectionality, coined by Kimberlé Crenshaw, argues that race, gender, and class interact to create unique experiences of oppression. A Black woman faces discrimination not just as Black or as woman, but as both simultaneously.

What does intersectionality emphasize?

A. Single-axis analysis is sufficient.✓ Correct
B. Multiple identity factors combine to shape experience.
C. Gender is the only relevant factor.
D. Race and gender are unrelated.

Detailed Explanation

This question requires you to identify evidence that supports a claim. 'Interact to create unique experiences' = multiple factors combine. 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:

• "Intersectionality, coined by Kimberlé Crenshaw, argues that race, gender, and class interact to create unique experiences of oppression"

Why others are wrong: B (This option is incorrect.), C (This option is incorrect.), D (This option is incorrect.).