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Set 1: Text Structure (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: A

PASSAGE

The fall of Rome was not a singular event but a slow disintegration. Economic inflation weakened the currency. Political corruption eroded trust. Military overextension depleted resources. The 'fall' was merely the final collapse of a rotted structure.

Which choice best describes the logical structure of the argument?

A. A thesis is presented, supported by multiple causal factors, and reaffirmed in the conclusion.✓ Correct
B. A narrative story about the last emperor.
C. A comparison between Rome and modern America.
D. A chronological list of battles.

Detailed Explanation

Thesis: Not singular, slow disintegration. Factors: Inflation, Corruption, Overextension. Conclusion: Final collapse of rotted structure.

Key Evidence:

• "not a singular event"

• "Inflation"

• "Corruption"

• "Overextension"

• "merely the final collapse"

Why others are wrong: B (Analytical, not narrative.), C (No America.), D (Systemic causes, not battles.).

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