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Set 3: Words in Context

Explanation

Answer: B

PASSAGE

The Industrial Revolution marked a major turning point, as societies transitioned from agrarian economies to ones driven by ______.

Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?

A. nature
B. manufacturing✓ Correct
C. silence
D. isolation

Detailed Explanation

The Industrial Revolution is defined by the rise of factories and machines. 'Manufacturing' refers to the making of articles on a large scale using machinery.

Key Evidence:

• "Industrial Revolution"

• "transitioned from agrarian"

Why others are wrong: A (Agrarian economies are closer to nature; industry moved away from it.), C (Factories are noisy, not silent.), D (Industry often led to urbanization, not isolation.).

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