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Answer: ASet 1: Cross-Text Connections
Explanation
PASSAGE
Text 1 The hero of the story, Arthur, was known for his strength. He could lift heavy stones and fight off wild beasts with his bare hands. Text 2 Despite his physical power, Arthur often struggled to make the right decisions. He was easily tricked by his enemies because he was too trusting.
Based on the texts, how does Text 2 qualify the description of Arthur in Text 1?
A. It shows that while he was physically strong, he had mental weaknesses.✓ Correct
B. It proves that Arthur was actually weak.
C. It suggests that Arthur was not the hero of the story.
D. It explains how Arthur became strong.
Detailed Explanation
Text 1: Physical strength. Text 2: Mental weakness (struggled to decide/tricked). This qualifies/limits the praise.
Key Evidence:
• "strength"
• "struggled to make ... decisions"
Why others are wrong: B (Confirms power, adds weakness.), C (He is the hero.), D (No origin story.).