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Set 8: Cross-Text Connections (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: D

PASSAGE

Text 1 The printing press is often cited as the catalyst for the Protestant Reformation. It allowed Martin Luther's 95 Theses to spread rapidly across Europe. Text 2 While the press was a tool, the Reformation was driven by deep-seated corruption in the Church and a growing desire for personal spiritual connection. The technology facilitated the movement, but did not create the grievances.

How does Text 2 refine the historical explanation in Text 1?

A. It argues Luther never wrote the Theses.
B. It denies that the printing press was used.
C. It says the Church was perfect.
D. It distinguishes between the mechanism of spread (technology) and the root cause (social/religious grievance).✓ Correct

Detailed Answer Explanation

This question asks you to compare perspectives from two passages. Text 1: Press = Catalyst. Text 2: Press = Tool / Cause = Corruption. Refinement: Tech facilitated, didn't create. 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:

• "facilitated ... but did not create"

• "driven by ... corruption"

Why others are wrong: B (Says it was a tool.), C (Says corruption.), A (Assume true.).

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