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1. With which of the following statements would the author of the passage most likely agree?

• A. Malory and Tennyson shaped their approach to the Arthurian legends based on the defining qualities of their respective eras.
• B. Because Le Morte d'Arthur is more of a translation than a literary creation, Idylls of the King is a superior work.
• C. By undermining the moral qualities that Malory highlighted, Tennyson failed to appreciate the larger purpose of the stories in a medieval context.
• D. Ultimately, Malory's influence on Tennyson was minimal because Tennyson took a different approach and infused his poems with the mood of his day.

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The author of the passage would most likely agree with the statement that Malory and Tennyson shaped their approach to the Arthurian legends based on the defining qualities of their respective eras. The passage discusses how Malory emphasized the moral elements in Medieval literature, while Tennyson, as a Victorian poet, focused more on romantic qualities and nature in his works. This difference in emphasis reflects the characteristics of their eras. Therefore, choice A aligns with the author's likely agreement. Choice B is incorrect because it incorrectly compares the two works based on translation and creation, which is not the main point of comparison discussed in the passage. Choice C is incorrect because Tennyson's different approach does not necessarily mean he failed to appreciate the stories' purpose, but rather highlights a shift in emphasis. Choice D is incorrect because the passage indicates that Tennyson was indeed heavily influenced by Malory, albeit with a different approach, making Malory's influence significant rather than minimal.

2. Archie says, 'Northerners eat bland food.' The most precise definition of this statement is

• A. A stereotype
• B. An inference
• C. A bias
• D. A generalization

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: a stereotype. Archie's statement about Northerners eating bland food reflects a stereotype, which is an oversimplified and generalized belief about a particular group of people. This statement is not an inference because it is not based on evidence or reasoning. It is also not a bias, which is a preference or inclination that inhibits impartial judgment. While the statement could be seen as a generalization, it more specifically fits the definition of a stereotype due to its oversimplified and exaggerated nature.

3. The guide words at the top of a dictionary page are considerable and conspicuous. Which of the following words is an entry on this page?

• A. consonantal
• B. consumption
• C. conserve
• D. conquistador

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is "C: conserve." In a dictionary page where the guide words are "considerable" and "conspicuous," the word "conserve" would be an entry as it falls alphabetically within those guide words. Choice A, "consonantal," starts with a different letter, so it would not be located between the guide words. Choice B, "consumption," also starts with a different letter and would not be between the guide words. Choice D, "conquistador," starts with a different letter and is also far from the guide words alphabetically, making it an incorrect entry on this particular page.

4. What is the main purpose of paragraph 1?

• A. to explain oral tradition
• B. to explain the importance of the printing press
• C. to explain the progressions of stories within society
• D. to introduce the essay

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The main purpose of paragraph 1 is to explain the progression of stories within society, from oral tradition to the impact of the printing press. It outlines how stories evolved over time, transitioning from oral storytelling to written material made widely available by the printing press. This paragraph serves as an introduction to the evolution of storytelling mediums throughout history, setting the stage for the subsequent discussion. Choices A and B are incorrect because the paragraph does not solely focus on explaining oral tradition or the importance of the printing press. Choice D is incorrect as the paragraph does not aim to introduce the essay but rather provide a historical context for the discussion on the evolution of storytelling.

5. Which of the following is a logical conclusion based on the information provided within the passage?

• A. Like Elizabeth I, Charles II never married and thus never had children.
• B. The English people were relieved each time James II's wife Mary lost another child, as this reduced the chance of a Catholic monarch.
• C. Charles I's beheading had less to do with religion than with other political problems that England was facing.
• D. Unlike his son and grandsons, King James I had no Catholic leaning and was a faithful follower of the Protestant Church of England.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The passage indicates that Charles I's beheading had less to do with religion than with other political problems that England was facing. The author specifically states, 'Charles's own political that religion was less involved in this situation than in other situations.' This information supports the logical conclusion that the reasons for Charles I's beheading were more related to political issues rather than religious factors. Choice A is incorrect as the passage does not mention Charles II never marrying or having children. Choice B is incorrect as the passage focuses on the concerns regarding the Catholic succession, not the relief of losing children. Choice D is incorrect as the passage mainly discusses James II's Catholic leaning and the events related to the Catholic succession, but does not provide specific information about King James I's religious beliefs.

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