Set 5: Command of Evidence (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: B

PASSAGE

Defamiliarization (Shklovsky) makes the familiar strange, prolonging perception. In 'A Modest Proposal,' Swift's detached tone discussing cannibalism forces readers to confront their desensitization.

What is the effect of Swift's detached tone?

A. It normalizes cannibalism.

B. It shocks readers by making the familiar horrifyingly strange.✓ Correct

C. It provides comic relief.

D. It is historically accurate.

Detailed Explanation

This question requires you to identify evidence that supports a claim. 'Makes the familiar strange' = defamiliarization effect. 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:

• "Defamiliarization (Shklovsky) makes the familiar strange, prolonging perception"

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

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