Set 8: Cross-Text Connections (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
Text 1 The fox saw a crow with a piece of cheese in her beak. He wanted the cheese, so he told the crow she had a beautiful voice. Text 2 The crow was flattered. She opened her beak to sing for the fox. The cheese fell out, and the fox ate it up.
What lesson can be learned from the interaction in the texts?
Detailed Answer Explanation
This question asks you to compare perspectives from two passages. Fox lied (flattery) to get cheese. Crow believed it -> Lost cheese. Lesson: Don't trust flattery. 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:
• "wanted the cheese"
• "told ... beautiful voice"
• "flattered ... cheese fell out"
Why others are wrong: D (She didn't want to share.), C (Trickery.), B (She dropped cheese.).
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