LSAT 88, Reading Comprehension, Q8, LSATHacks

RC Question 8 Explanation, by LSATHacks

DISCUSSION: Passage A’s first two paragraphs outlines its views on using lies in writing. In paragraph three, they reference Shakespeare as a celebrated writer who uses lies in writing. This is called appeal to authority. Passage B doesn’t namedrop any authority figures.

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1. It doesn’t examine a single example.
2. It doesn’t criticize opposing views.
3. It doesn’t talk about the author’s own experiences.
4. CORRECT. Passage A appeals to Shakespeare to support its claims.
5. Ethics aren’t discussed in Passage A.

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