Question 7 • *CR Expository Reading and Writing S1 [E4250OX]
Read this excerpt from a secondary source about Abraham Lincoln.As a young man, Lincoln was very involved in law and politics, and the two proved to be a recipe for success. Lincoln became well known for his excellent speaking and debating skills. As a result, he was elected to the Illinois state legislature in the early 1800s. When his term ended, the people quickly reelected him, and he served another two terms.
Answer
A
how Lincoln began his career in politics.
B
why Lincoln wanted to become a lawyer.
C
what issues were important to Lincoln.
D
how other people helped Lincoln succeed.
Explanation
The excerpt describes Lincoln’s early political career: his speaking and debating skills helped him get elected to the Illinois state legislature, and voters reelected him for two more terms. It does not explain why he wanted to become a lawyer, which issues mattered to him, or how specific people helped him succeed. Therefore, the best answer is “how Lincoln began his career in politics.”
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