Set 1: Command of Evidence
Explanation
PASSAGE
In the poem 'TheRoad Not Taken', the speaker reflects on a choice made years ago. He says, 'I took the one less traveled by, / And that has made all the difference.'
What does the speaker cite as the cause of 'the difference' in his life?
Detailed Explanation
This question requires you to identify evidence that supports a claim. The speaker explicitly links taking the road 'less traveled by' to the outcome that has 'made all the difference'. 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:
• "I took the one less traveled by"
• "that has made all the difference"
Why others are wrong: B (He could not travel both.), C (He clearly made a choice.), D (No fellow traveler is mentioned.).