2nd & 7th pd. | Rationales |
14. A. Incorrect, the first paragraph does not distinguish between two topics. B. Correct, because the first paragraph defines “genius”, an abstract idea. C. Incorrect, the paragraph does not offer a theorem about nature. D. Incorrect, is not present a contrast. E. Incorrect, the first paragraph does not cite a common misconception among critics
15. A. Incorrect, because the speaker does not talk about Rousseau’s precision. B. Correct, the speaker is critical Rousseau’s subjectivity. C. Incorrect, the speaker is not critical of Rousseau’s sympathy. D. Incorrect, the speaker does not mention Rousseau’s ambition. E. Incorrect, because the speaker does not mention aloofness.
16. A. Incorrect, the Paradise Lost does not reflect conflict between thought and feelings. B. Incorrect, the Paradise Lost is not meant to be an example of a work of genius. C. Incorrect, the Paradise does not draw a distinction between ordinary people and poets. D. Correct, the Paradise Lost is a work that reveals the views of its author.
17.
A. Correct, the speaker says that Shakespeare’s is not bias, so that sets him apart. B. Incorrect, the speaker does not distinguish Shakespeare’s for his compassion towards humanity. C. Incorrect, the speaker does not emphasize Shakespeare’s ability to create new poetic forms. D. Incorrect, Shakespeare’s ability to manipulate poetic forms is not emphasized by the speaker. E. Incorrect, Shakespeare’s ability to imagine fantastic worlds and situations are not distinguished by the speaker.
18.
A. Incorrect, the phrase does not suggest Shakespeare’s exploration of poetic forms. B. Correct, the phrase suggests Shakespeare’s ability to empathize. C. Incorrect, the phrase does not suggest Shakespeare’s capacity for critical judgment. D. Incorrect, the phrase does