LSAT 63, Reading Comprehension, Q14, LSATHacks

RC Question 14 Explanation, by LSATHacks

DISCUSSION: The purpose of the passage is to describe Kate Chopin’s style and literary influences.

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1. We’re not told anything about Chopin’s life. Were her books successful? Did she marry? Where did she live? We have no idea.
2. CORRECT. The best answer. We see the evolution of women’s literature from sentiment to local color to New Women, and we’re told how this influenced Chopin.
3. The passage didn’t say whether Chopin was a typical example of women’s literature. She doesn’t appear to fit neatly into any category.
4. The passage didn’t discuss Chopin’s external social circumstances. E.g. Was she rich/poor? In good health/sick? Married/single? Urban/rural? 
5. The passage never says whether Chopin’s books are better than other books. The author doesn’t specify what’s good and bad about Chopin compared to other authors. 

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