Set 8: Cross-Text Connections (Intermediate)
Explanation
PASSAGE
Text 1 Digital maps have replaced paper maps for most people. They are convenient because they can give turn-by-turn directions. Text 2 Paper maps are still useful in some situations. They do not run out of battery, and they work even when there is no internet signal.
Which choice best summarizes the disagreement between the texts?
Detailed Answer Explanation
This question asks you to compare perspectives from two passages. Text 1: Pro-Digital (Convenient). Text 2: Pro-Paper (No battery/internet needed). 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:
• "Digital maps ... convenient"
• "Paper maps ... still useful"
Why others are wrong: B (Both discuss use.), D (Not dangerous.), C (Not illegal.).
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