ISEE Reading Question 222: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 222
9. The purpose of the third paragraph (lines 39-48) is to
- A. briefly digress from the author's main focus.
- B. provide evidence to support an earlier opinion.
- C. point out an exception to a person's political views.
- D. disagree with some of a person's political views.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
B
In the third paragraph, the author provides an example of Liu's political beliefs: "Liu has also been a staunch supporter of military action by the United States intended to expand human rights." This example supports the author's general discussion of Liu's support of "fundamental human rights."