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Topic and Scope
- The use of punctuation, and in particular the dashMapping the Passage
Answers and Explanations
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You‘re looking for a right answer that isn’t a valid inference. Since there‘s not much information to go on in the question, the answer will probably have something to do with the author‘s main points. Predict: Punctuation is important, and the dash is unique—it allows multiple expressions of the same thought, something that other punctuation can‘t accomplish. (A) immediately recommends itself.2)
Where is ―The Philosophy of Point‖ mentioned? Go back to ¶5 and review your map: The author wants to argue that writing can follow clear and consistent rules. It‘s a good bet, then, that the author mentions the article in order to reinforce this point. (B) says the same, suggesting that the article would be the author‘s attempt to explain exactly what the rules of punctuation are.3)
A detail question. What does the author argue about different expressions separated by a dash? Predict: The main point of the dash is to separate multiple thoughts that together get at the meaning—―which partially convey the idea intended.‖ (A) says the same.
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