From the Middle Ages through the Renaissance — Test
Question 1 • Senior English
Read the passage from Elizabethan Women. Gold-paneled ballrooms with crystal chandeliers. Dashing knights and handsome lords bowing at the knees of elegant ladies. And the loveliest part of all? The ladies themselves, bedecked in ornate gowns, drinking from jeweled goblets before gracing the gentlemen with dances. Now read the passage from a paper on time travel. Any time traveler must consider visiting Elizabethan England. There are beautiful castles, gorgeous outfits to wear, and decadent food to eat. The wonders abound! The most accurate comparison of the two texts is that both
Answer
A
lecture the reader on the importance of Elizabethan England.
B
persuade the reader of the delights of Elizabethan England.
C
tell the reader interesting stories about Elizabethan England.
D
amuse the reader with funny descriptions of Elizabethan England.
Explanation
Both passages emphasize appealing features of Elizabethan England, such as elegant clothing, grand settings, and luxurious food or drink. Their enthusiastic descriptions encourage readers to see the period as delightful. Neither passage tells a story or focuses on humor, and neither lectures about the period’s importance.
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