Set 5: Command of Evidence (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: C

PASSAGE

Structural violence (Galtner) describes harm caused by social structures rather than direct actions. Poverty, lack of healthcare, and unequal education are forms of violence, even without physical force.

What does structural violence emphasize?

A. Violence requires physical force.

B. Social systems can cause harm comparable to physical violence.

C. Poverty is a personal failure.✓ Correct

D. Structures are always benign.

Detailed Explanation

This question requires you to identify evidence that supports a claim. 'Harm caused by social structures... are forms of violence.' 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:

• "Structural violence (Galtner) describes harm caused by social structures rather than direct actions"

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

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