PrepTest 101, Section 4, Question 25
Two impressive studies have reexamined Eric Williams' conclusion(454 more words not shown)
It can be inferred that(14 more words not shown)
- Aaccurately(1 more words not shown)
- Bsomewhat(1 more words not shown)
- Ccarefully(1 more words not shown)
- Dunnecessarily(1 more words not shown)
- Esuperficially(1 more words not shown)
Reading the passage
We know Eltis rejects the idealized picture of British liberty. But the question asks for the author's attitude, so we need to check whether the writer shares that criticism.
What we’re looking for
“Drescher's idealization” is already telling language. Then “Indeed” introduces the proposed enslavement of unemployed workers as further support. That suggests the writer also thinks this picture of liberty is too rosy.
Working the answers
- A
The coercive practices and enslavement proposal are presented as reasons to question Drescher's portrayal, not to confirm its accuracy.
- BCorrect
Calling the account an “idealization” and supporting the criticism with examples makes somewhat unrealistic a good fit. The author can admire Drescher's study overall while finding this particular view too favorable.
- C
The studies receive general praise, but we aren't told how carefully this particular account was researched. That doesn't describe the attitude expressed toward its portrayal of liberty.
- D
Tentative would mean too hesitant. The criticism is that the favorable portrayal goes too far, not that Drescher is reluctant to commit to it.
- E
The author criticizes the view, but doesn't describe it as initially convincing. We have evidence of an unrealistic portrayal, not of its surface appeal.
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