Set 2: Command of Evidence
Explanation
PASSAGE
In the novel *The Great Gatsby*, Jay Gatsby is famous for his lavish parties. Yet, the narrator Nick Carraway observes, 'I found that most people were not invited; they went there... distinctively, quite directly, and without introduction.'
What does this suggest about the nature of Gatsby's parties?
Detailed Explanation
This question requires you to identify evidence that supports a claim. If most people were 'not invited' and just 'went there', it implies an open, somewhat chaotic atmosphere where formal social rules (like invitations) were ignored. 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:
• "most people were not invited"
• "went there... without introduction"
Why others are wrong: A (Strangers attended without knowing the host.), B (This option is incorrect.), C (The text suggests they entered without introduction.).