LSAT 105 | Section 3 | Reading Comprehension: Q20

RC Question 20 Explanation

QUESTION TEXT: Based on the passage, the author’s attitude toward nativism …

DISCUSSION: The author describes nativism as an important counterbalance to cosmopolitanism. There’s not necessarily any extreme enthusiasm, but it’s still recognized as valuable in preserving cultural identity.

So the attitude is positive, but not to an extreme degree.

___________

1. Enthusiastic is a bit too strong.
2. CORRECT. See discussion above.
3. There’s no indication the author is hesitant about nativism.
4. He’s not skeptical. The importance of nativism is affirmed.
5. There’s no critique of nativism and it’s presented as part of a necessary literary dynamic.