LSAT 128 | Section 4 | Reading Comprehension: Q8

RC Question 8 Explanation

QUESTION TEXT: It can most reasonably be inferred that which one …

DISCUSSION: The entire passage is about a recurring theme in Allen’s films. Think about recurring themes in any artist’s work – it usually is a reflection on their view or opinion about a topic.

He consistently portrays artists as neurotic and unhappy while non-artists are more likely to have happier outcomes. This may suggest that how he treats characters in his films reflects his view of that type of person.

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1. The discussion focuses on a recurring theme, not how to assess artistic merit. It also never argues that critics must evaluate films in this way.
2. There’s nothing to suggest that non-artists can’t interpret these films. No such restriction is implied or applied.
3. CORRECT. Allen’s portrayal of unhappy artists and happy non-artists suggests that he disapproves of artists and perceives them as neurotic and narcissistic.
4. There’s no discussion about screenwriters versus other contributors.
5. There’s also no discussion of actors, let alone their prior work.