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Answer: ASet 5: Cross-Text Connections
Explanation
PASSAGE
Text 1 Saving money is important for the future. You might need it for an emergency or to buy something big like a house. Text 2 Spending money helps the economy. When people buy things, businesses make money and can hire more workers.
How do the texts present different views on money?
A. Text 1 focuses on personal security, while Text 2 focuses on economic growth.✓ Correct
B. Text 1 says spending is bad.
C. Text 2 says saving is illegal.
D. Both texts say you should hide your money.
Detailed Explanation
Text 1: Saving = Future/Emergency (Personal). Text 2: Spending = Economy/Jobs (Public/Growth).
Key Evidence:
• "Saving ... important"
• "Spending ... helps the economy"
Why others are wrong: B (Focus on saving importance.), C (Legal.), D (Spend/Save.).