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Answer: ASet 4: Text Structure (Advanced)
Explanation
PASSAGE
The narrative of the 'Dark Ages' is a misnomer born of Renaissance bias. While Rome fell, Byzantium thrived, and Islamic scholars advanced math and science. To call it 'Dark' is to look only at Western Europe with eyes closed.
Which choice best summarizes the text's argument?
A. A Eurocentric perspective distorts the global reality of the era.✓ Correct
B. The Dark Ages were actually very bright physically.
C. Rome never actually fell.
D. Renaissance scholars were unintelligent.
Detailed Explanation
Argument: Misnomer/Bias. Reality: Byzantium/Islam thrived. Conclusion: 'Dark' is Eurocentric (Western Europe only).
Key Evidence:
• "misnomer"
• "Renaissance bias"
• "look only at Western Europe"
Why others are wrong: B (Metaphorical dark.), C (Says it fell.), D (Biased, not dumb.).