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Set 7: Rhetorical Synthesis (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: B

PASSAGE

A student is writing about the Harlem Renaissance. The student wants to show how it celebrated African American identity. Notes: - The movement flourished in the 1920s and 1930s. - Writers like Langston Hughes explored Black experiences and heritage. - Jazz music became a central expression of Black culture. - Artists challenged racist stereotypes through their work.

Which choice most effectively uses information from the notes to accomplish the student's goal?

A. The Harlem Renaissance produced many lasting contributions to American culture.
B. Through writers like Langston Hughes exploring Black heritage, jazz expressing Black culture, and artists challenging racist stereotypes, the Harlem Renaissance became a celebration of African American identity.✓ Correct
C. The Harlem Renaissance was a cultural movement that took place during the 1920s and 1930s.
D. Langston Hughes was one of the most famous poets of the Harlem Renaissance.

Detailed Answer Explanation

This question asks you to effectively combine information to achieve a goal. The goal is how it CELEBRATED identity. Writers on heritage, jazz as expression, and stereotype challenges show celebration. 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:

• "celebrated African American identity"

• "explored Black experiences and heritage"

• "Jazz music became a central expression"

• "challenged racist stereotypes"

Why others are wrong: A (General statement; doesn't explain identity celebration.), C (States when it occurred but not how it celebrated identity.), D (Mentions one figure; doesn't show broader celebration.).

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