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Question 29 • Language Arts 12

Read the statement about Swift’s "A Modest Proposal." Swift’s skillful and abundant use of false premises to develop his argument was the most effective way to signal that he was writing a satire. This statement is

Answer
A
objective because it is not influenced by feelings or opinions.
B
objective because it is influenced by feelings or opinions.
C
subjective because it is not influenced by feelings or opinions.
D
subjective because it is influenced by feelings or opinions.

Explanation

The statement judges Swift’s use of false premises as “the most effective” way to signal satire. Deciding what is most effective depends on a reader’s interpretation and opinion, so the statement is subjective. Choice A correctly describes it as subjective because it is influenced by opinions.

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