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Set 6: Cross-Text Connections (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: C

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 proves that Arthur was actually weak.
B. It explains how Arthur became strong.
C. It shows that while he was physically strong, he had mental weaknesses.✓ Correct
D. It suggests that Arthur was not the hero of the story.

Detailed Answer Explanation

This question asks you to compare perspectives from two passages. Text 1: Physical strength. Text 2: Mental weakness (struggled to decide/tricked). This qualifies/limits the praise. 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:

• "strength"

• "struggled to make ... decisions"

Why others are wrong: A (Confirms power, adds weakness.), D (He is the hero.), B (No origin story.).

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