Set 4: Command of Evidence (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: A

PASSAGE

Bildungsroman traces a protagonist's moral and psychological growth. Jane Eyre moves from orphan to independent woman, her journey reflecting Victorian debates on class and gender.

What makes Jane Eyre a Bildungsroman?

A. It's a romance novel.✓ Correct

B. It follows the protagonist's development into adulthood.

C. It's set entirely in childhood.

D. It has no character growth.

Detailed Explanation

This question requires you to identify evidence that supports a claim. 'Traces... moral and psychological growth' from 'orphan to independent woman.' 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:

• "Bildungsroman traces a protagonist's moral and psychological growth"

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

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