Set 4: Command of Evidence (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
The 'death of the author' (Barthes) argues a text's meaning comes from readers, not the author's intent. Once published, the author loses control of interpretation.
What does 'death of the author' mean?
Detailed Explanation
This question requires you to identify evidence that supports a claim. 'Meaning comes from readers, not the author's intent.' 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:
• "The 'death of the author' (Barthes) argues a text's meaning comes from readers, not the author's intent"
Why others are wrong: A (This option is incorrect.), B (This option is incorrect.), D (This option is incorrect.).
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