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Set 7: Cross-Text Connections (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: C

PASSAGE

Text 1 The Industrial Revolution transformed society by shifting production from hand tools to machines. This led to mass production and lower prices for goods. Text 2 This economic shift came at a social cost. Urbanization exploded, leading to overcrowded cities with poor sanitation, and workers often faced dangerous conditions in factories.

Which choice best describes the relationship between the texts?

A. Both texts praise the living conditions in cities.
B. Text 1 argues that the Industrial Revolution failed.
C. Text 1 focuses on the economic benefits, while Text 2 highlights the negative social consequences.✓ Correct
D. Text 2 denies that mass production occurred.

Detailed Answer Explanation

This question asks you to compare perspectives from two passages. Text 1: Economic/Production (Positive). Text 2: Social/Urbanization/Conditions (Negative). Understanding how the authors relate to each other's views is essential. Identify whether they agree, disagree, or address different aspects of the topic. Focus on their specific claims and conclusions. When comparing texts, first identify each author's thesis or main argument. Then determine how these positions interact: do they complement each other, contradict each other, or address different aspects of the same issue? The relationship between texts reveals deeper meaning.

Key Evidence:

• "mass production"

• "lower prices"

• "social cost"

• "poor sanitation"

• "dangerous conditions"

Why others are wrong: B (Highlights benefits.), D (Acknowledges shift.), A (Text 2 criticizes them.).

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