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Set 4: Inferences

Explanation

Answer: B

PASSAGE

The Great Fire of London in 1666 destroyed over 13,000 houses and 87 churches. However, some historians note that the fire also eliminated many of the rat-infested areas that had contributed to the spread of the Great Plague the previous year.

What does the passage suggest about the Great Fire?

A. It was intentionally set to combat the plague.
B. Despite its destruction, it may have had some unintended positive consequences.✓ Correct
C. It had no significant impact on London.
D. It primarily affected rural areas.

Detailed Explanation

The fire destroyed plague-spreading areas—an unintended benefit amid the destruction.

Key Evidence:

• "eliminated rat-infested areas"

• "contributed to the spread of the Great Plague"

Why others are wrong: A (Intentionality isn't suggested.), C (13,000 houses destroyed is significant.), D ('London' is specified, not rural areas.).

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