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Set 2: Command of Evidence (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: B

PASSAGE

Magical realism, a literary style that blends realistic settings with fantastical elements, originated in Latin America. Authors like Gabriel García Márquez use it to comment on political and social realities by making the extraordinary seem ordinary, thus highlighting the absurdity of real-world injustices.

What is the purpose of making 'the extraordinary seem ordinary' in magical realism?

A. To confuse the reader about what is real.
B. To draw attention to the absurdity of accepted social conditions.✓ Correct
C. To avoid any political commentary.
D. To strictly adhere to realism.

Detailed Explanation

The text says the technique 'highlights the absurdity of real-world injustices. ' Making magic ordinary inverts expectations to expose social absurdities.

Key Evidence:

• "highlighting the absurdity of real-world injustices"

Why others are wrong: A (Confusion is not the stated goal.), C (It is explicitly used to 'comment on political... realities.'), D (It blends realism WITH fantasy.).

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