Set 9: Text Structure (Intermediate)
Explanation
PASSAGE
Many people work from home today. This saves them time on commuting. However, some find it hard to separate work from relaxation.
Which choice best describes the function of the third sentence?
Detailed Answer Explanation
This question tests your understanding of how the text is organized. Sentence 2 is a pro (saves time). Sentence 3 ('However') introduces a con (hard to separate). Authors structure their writing purposefully to guide readers through their ideas. Identify the organizational pattern (cause-effect, compare-contrast, problem-solution) and how each part contributes to the whole. Authors choose organizational patterns deliberately to enhance their message. Recognizing whether a text uses chronological order, cause-effect, compare-contrast, or problem-solution helps you understand the author's purpose and follow the logic.
Key Evidence:
• "However"
• "hard to separate"
Why others are wrong: C (It contrasts, doesn't support.), A (It lists a con, doesn't say the whole thing is bad.), D (No setup tips.).
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