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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Satire in Swift's "A Modest Proposal" (Continued)

Question 6 • *HSA 26-27 English IV A -IC

Based on the underlined words, what is the author’s perspective in this passage?

Answer
A
The situation for women improved starting in the 19th century.
B
It is necessary to have a quiet or soundproof room in order to write literature.
C
Based on the reference to empty bookshelves, most women did not like reading.
D
Most women could not write literature because they could not afford books or a space to write.