Master Unseen Prose Analysis: Enhance Your English Literature Skills

Question 1

Which of the following should **not** be included in an effective unseen prose response?

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Reliance on personal opinion rather than textual evidence

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Clear and concise language

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Well-structured and logical arguments supported by textual evidence

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Appropriate use of literary terminology where relevant

Question 2

When analyzing an unseen prose passage, the primary reason for identifying the author's purpose is to:

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Understand the main idea and intended audience

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Predict the outcome or resolution of the passage

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Evaluate the effectiveness of the writing style

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Analyze the use of literary devices and techniques

Question 3

Which of the following is a characteristic of a strong opening paragraph in an unseen prose passage?

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Effectively establishes the topic and engages the reader

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Provides all the necessary context and background information

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Clearly states the main argument or thesis

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Summarizes the entire passage

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of analyzing an unseen prose passage?

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Understanding the author's background

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Identifying the purpose

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Examining the structure

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Evaluating the effectiveness

Question 5

A prose passage with a clear narrative structure and a chronological sequence of events is likely to serve which purpose?

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To inform and educate

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To persuade and argue

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To entertain and engage

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To reflect and analyze

Question 6

Which of the following best describes the role of context in analyzing unseen prose?

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Context can provide insights into the author's purpose and perspective.

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Context is irrelevant to the analysis of a prose passage.

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Context is essential for understanding the literal meaning of a prose passage.

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Context can only be used to evaluate the effectiveness of a prose passage.

Question 7

A prose passage that is characterized by a stream of consciousness narrative style is likely to reveal the:

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Characters' inner thoughts and emotions

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Author's personal beliefs

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Setting and atmosphere of the story

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Plot and sequence of events

Question 8

The primary purpose of argumentative prose is to:

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Persuade or convince

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Inform or educate

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Entertain or amuse

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Reflect or contemplate

Question 9

What is the key difference between a thesis statement and a topic sentence?

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A thesis statement presents the main argument of the text, while a topic sentence introduces a supporting point.

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A topic sentence presents the main argument of the text, while a thesis statement introduces a supporting point.

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There is no difference between a thesis statement and a topic sentence.

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A thesis statement is generally longer than a topic sentence.

Question 10

How does the author's use of figurative language enhance the reader's sensory experience?

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The author's use of figurative language creates a rich and engaging sensory experience for the reader.

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The author uses figurative language sparingly, allowing the reader to focus on the plot.

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The author relies too heavily on figurative language, distracting from the narrative.

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Figurative language is not present in this passage.

Question 11

Which of the following is a persuasive language technique commonly used in prose?

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Rhetorical question

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Simile

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Metaphor

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Alliteration

Question 12

Read the following passage: 'The sky was a vibrant canvas painted with hues of orange, pink, and purple.' What literary device is used in this sentence?

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Metaphor

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Personification

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Simile

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Hyperbole

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT an example of effective language use in an unseen prose text?

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Confusing and unclear sentences

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Clear and concise sentences

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Vivid imagery

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Figurative language

Question 14

Which of the following is a typical characteristic of an unseen prose text?

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It may be encountered for the first time during an exam

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It is always written in a formal style

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It is typically a fictional text

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It is never intended for a specific audience

Question 15

What is the primary reason for identifying the author's purpose in an unseen prose text?

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To comprehend the intended message of the text

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To determine the literary genre of the text

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To evaluate the effectiveness of the author's writing style

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To identify the main characters in the text

Question 16

The primary goal of this unit on unseen prose is to:

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Develop skills in analyzing and interpreting prose passages

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Improve writing fluency and vocabulary

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Enhance understanding of literary devices

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Build comprehension skills in reading

Question 17

The primary purpose of an argument in a prose passage is to:

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Persuade or convince the reader

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Inform or educate the reader

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Entertain or amuse the reader

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Describe or portray the reader

Question 18

The purpose of annotating a prose passage is to:

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Mark important sections and make notes

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Summarize the content briefly

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Identify recurring themes and motifs

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Analyze the author's use of language and style

Question 19

Which approach to analyzing unseen prose focuses on the relationship between the text and the social and cultural context in which it was produced?

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Sociological

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Structuralist

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Post-structuralist

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Feminist

Question 20

What is a common purpose of descriptive prose?

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To create a rich sensory experience

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To inform the reader about a topic

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To persuade the reader to adopt a viewpoint

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To argue for a specific course of action

Question 21

In what ways can the use of close reading techniques improve our comprehension of unfamiliar prose passages?

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Facilitates the identification of literary devices and techniques

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Enhances the ability to make inferences and draw conclusions

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Reduces the time required for analysis and interpretation

Question 22

How does the author's use of vivid imagery and symbolism help readers understand and interpret the text?

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It helps readers visualize the events and characters, leading to a deeper understanding of the text.

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It helps readers identify the author's personal experiences and perspectives.

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It makes the text more visually appealing and enjoyable to read.

Question 23

In an unseen prose passage, how do literary devices enhance the reader's grasp of the author's intended message?

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They create vivid mental images and evoke strong emotions.

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They slow down the reading pace, allowing for deeper reflection.

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They offer extra facts and background details.

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They hinder comprehension by obscuring the main message.

Question 24

In unseen prose assessments, which criterion assesses students' understanding of the author's purpose and intended audience?

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Context and Purpose

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Language and Structure

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Argument and Persuasion

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a key step in analyzing an unseen prose passage?

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Memorizing the passage

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Identifying the purpose

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Evaluating its effectiveness

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Analyzing the structure

Question 26

The structure of an unseen prose passage refers to:

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The way the text is organized into paragraphs and sections

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The main theme of the passage

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The author's writing style

Question 27

Effective language use in unseen prose often includes:

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Precise and vivid vocabulary

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Repetitive use of the same words

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Informal and conversational tone

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Long and complex sentences

Question 28

In an unseen prose passage, an argument typically involves:

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A claim supported by evidence and reasoning

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A call to action

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A personal opinion

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A summary of the main points

Question 29

Literary devices in unseen prose can enhance the reader's experience by:

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Increasing engagement and understanding

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Making the text more difficult to read

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Showing off the author's writing skills

Question 30

Contextual clues in an unseen prose passage can help readers:

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Understand unfamiliar words

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Guess the meaning of words based on their sound

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Ignore unfamiliar words

Question 31

Inference in unseen prose involves:

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Drawing conclusions beyond what is explicitly stated

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Identifying the author's purpose

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Summarizing the main points of the text

Question 32

A common challenge in analyzing unseen prose is:

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Encountering unfamiliar vocabulary and concepts

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Distractions in the classroom

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Lack of interest in the topic

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Too much time spent on memorization

Question 33

To effectively prepare for analyzing unseen prose passages, you should:

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Practice analyzing diverse texts

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Memorize a list of literary devices

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Guess the meaning of unfamiliar words

Question 34

What is the typical structure of an unseen prose passage?

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Introduction, body, conclusion

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Abstract, introduction, discussion

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Exposition, rising action, climax

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Stanza, verse, refrain

Question 35

Which of the following is a characteristic of effective language use in unseen prose?

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Precise word choice

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Abstract vocabulary

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Informal tone

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Long sentences

Question 36

What is the role of the argument in an unseen prose passage?

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To present the author's point of view

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To entertain the reader

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To provide a summary of the passage

Question 37

What is the purpose of using parallelism in unseen prose?

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To emphasize a point

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To create suspense

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To introduce a new idea

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To summarize the paragraph

Question 38

Which type of figurative language is used to compare two things directly without using 'like' or 'as'?

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Hyperbole

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Personification

Question 39

How can students identify the author's perspective in an unseen prose passage?

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By analyzing the language, tone, and argument

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By counting the number of paragraphs

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By finding the author's name

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By summarizing the main points

Question 40

What is the importance of using evidence from the text to support interpretations of unseen prose?

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To strengthen claims and avoid bias

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To make the interpretation more interesting

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To summarize the main points

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To show off research skills

Question 41

Which method does the author use most to grab the reader's attention?

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Sharing a personal story.

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Pointing out logical errors in other people's arguments.

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Quoting experts on the subject.

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Using lots of numbers and statistics.

Question 42

Why does the author mention [specific detail from the passage]?

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[Correct answer explaining the significance]

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[Distractor 3 explaining a possible but incorrect significance]

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[Distractor 1 explaining a possible but incorrect significance]

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[Distractor 2 explaining a possible but incorrect significance]

Question 43

What is the main point the author wants to leave the reader with?

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[Correct summary of the author's conclusion]

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[Distractor 3 summarizing a possible but incorrect conclusion]

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[Distractor 2 summarizing a possible but incorrect conclusion]

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[Distractor 1 summarizing a possible but incorrect conclusion]

Question 44

How does the author arrange their ideas to make their point stronger?

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[Correct answer explaining how structure is used]

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[Distractor 2 explaining a possible but incorrect use of structure]

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[Distractor 1 explaining a possible but incorrect use of structure]

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[Distractor 3 explaining a possible but incorrect use of structure]

Question 45

How well does the author use [specific literary technique] to get their message across?

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[Correct answer analyzing the effectiveness of the technique]

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[Distractor 1 analyzing the technique but with a different conclusion]

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[Distractor 2 analyzing the technique but with a different conclusion]