Set 3: Text Structure

Explanation

Answer: A

PASSAGE

The knight raised his shield just in time. The dragon's fire washed over it, heating the metal. He gritted his teeth and prepared to strike back.

Which choice best describes the focus of the text?

A. A moment of action in a battle.✓ Correct

B. A description of a castle.

C. The history of dragons.

D. A conversation between two friends.

Detailed Explanation

The text describes a fight: raising shield, fire hitting, preparing to strike.

Key Evidence:

• "raised his shield"

• "dragon's fire"

• "strike back"

Why others are wrong: B (No castle.), C (Action, not history.), D (No conversation.).