Set 10: Rhetorical Synthesis
Explanation
PASSAGE
A student is writing about the influence of ancient Greek theater. The student wants to show how it shaped modern drama. Notes: - Greeks invented the concepts of tragedy and comedy as genres. - They introduced the use of masks and costumes. - Greek theaters were designed with advanced acoustics. - Modern Western drama still uses the three-act structure from Greece.
Which choice most effectively uses information from the notes to accomplish the student's goal?
Detailed Answer Explanation
This question asks you to effectively combine information to achieve a goal. The goal is to show how Greek theater shaped MODERN drama. Genre invention and three-act structure that persists today demonstrate lasting influence. The correct synthesis will use relevant details from the notes in a logical, purposeful way. Focus on what the question asks you to accomplish, then choose the answer that best achieves that goal using the provided information. Effective synthesis requires selecting and combining the most relevant information to achieve a specific purpose. Not all provided notes may be equally useful. Focus on what best accomplishes the stated goal while maintaining logical coherence.
Key Evidence:
• "how it shaped modern drama"
• "invented tragedy and comedy"
• "three-act structure from Greece"
Why others are wrong: A (Shows continued performance but not structural influence.), B (Describes Greek practices but not connection to modern drama.), D (Discusses ancient acoustics, not influence on modern drama.).
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