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Set 4: Text Structure (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: A

PASSAGE

The dialogue is stichomythic—rapid-fire alternating lines. This structural choice heightens the tension, turning the conversation into a verbal tennis match where rhythm dictates the emotional stakes.

Which choice best analyzes the effect of the structure?

A. The pacing creates an adversarial and intense atmosphere.✓ Correct
B. The characters are bored.
C. The author is trying to finish the play quickly.
D. The characters are singing.

Detailed Explanation

Structure: Stichomythic (Rapid-fire). Effect: Heightens tension/Verbal tennis match (Adversarial/Intense).

Key Evidence:

• "rapid-fire"

• "heightens the tension"

• "verbal tennis match"

Why others are wrong: B (Tension implies opposite.), C (Artistic choice.), D (Speaking.).

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