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Set 2: Text Structure (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: A

PASSAGE

Urbanization creates economic opportunities but strains infrastructure. While jobs attract people to cities, housing shortages and traffic often reduce the quality of life.

Which choice best describes the organization of the text?

A. It presents a trade-off or dual nature of a phenomenon.✓ Correct
B. It argues solely against urbanization.
C. It describes the layout of a specific city.
D. It explains why people leave cities.

Detailed Explanation

Pros (jobs) vs Cons (strain, shortages). This presents a trade-off/dual nature.

Key Evidence:

• "creates ... but strains"

• "While jobs ... quality of life"

Why others are wrong: B (Mentions opportunities.), C (General concept.), D (Discusses attraction to cities.).

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