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Answer: ASet 2: Cross-Text Connections
Explanation
PASSAGE
Text 1 In the past, people wrote letters to communicate. It could take weeks for a letter to arrive. People had to be patient waiting for a reply. Text 2 Today, we use email and text messages. These are delivered instantly. We can talk to friends on the other side of the world in seconds.
Which choice best describes the change in communication described in the texts?
A. Communication has become much faster.✓ Correct
B. People write longer letters now.
C. It is harder to talk to friends today.
D. No one writes anymore.
Detailed Explanation
Text 1: Weeks (Slow). Text 2: Instantly/Seconds (Fast). Change: Speed.
Key Evidence:
• "take weeks"
• "delivered instantly"
Why others are wrong: B (Length not mentioned.), C (Easier/Faster.), D (Text 1 says we use texts/email (writing).).