Set 7: Cross-Text Connections
Explanation
PASSAGE
Text 1 Many people believe that bees are only important because they make honey. However, their role in nature is much larger. Bees pollinate many crops that humans rely on for food. Text 2 Pollination is the process where pollen is moved to help plants grow fruit. Without pollinators like bees, many of the fruits and vegetables we eat would disappear.
Based on the texts, how does Text 2 support the argument made in Text 1?
Detailed Answer Explanation
This question asks you to compare perspectives from two passages. Text 1 claims bees are important for food crops. Text 2 explains the mechanism (pollination) and consequence (food disappearing), thus supporting Text 1. 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:
• "pollinate many crops"
• "Without pollinators ... we eat would disappear"
Why others are wrong: B (Text 1 says honey is NOT the only reason.), D (Not mentioned.), C (Says 'pollinators like bees', implying others exist.).
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