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CR · Critical Reasoning
605-655
Inference
The appreciation of literature is significantly influenced by the reading environment, and true understanding of a literary work necessitates a setting that allows for deep, uninterrupted reflection. Therefore, it is regrettable that literary festivals have recently emerged, where classic, seldom-read texts are gathered into events that are heavily promoted and attract large audiences. The statements above, if true, most strongly support which one of the following?
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A) Many individuals who genuinely appreciate literature tend to steer clear of literary festivals.
B
B) The more time one dedicates to reading and the fewer distractions present, the more one will appreciate a literary work.
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C) Most attendees of literary festivals lack the ability to appreciate literature and do not recognize what they are missing.
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D) Organizers of literary festivals are compelled to host these events to generate revenue.
E) Literary festivals do not promote a proper understanding of literature.
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The passage discusses how the reading environment affects the appreciation of literature and criticizes literary festivals for not providing the necessary conditions for deep reflection. The conclusion drawn from the statements…
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What this question tests
What it tests
Whether you can draw a conclusion that must follow from the stated facts.
Common trap
Choosing an option that could be true or is likely true — inference answers must be guaranteed by the passage.
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Difficulty
605-655
Type
CR