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Craft and Structure practice question

The gate at the top of the cliff path is kept shut not to keep walkers out but to keep the sheep in: the path is open, and walkers are asked only to close the gate behind them.

Which choice best states the main purpose of the text?

  1. A. To explain why the gate is shut and what walkers should do.Correct
  2. B. To warn walkers that the path is closed.
  3. C. To describe the cliff.
  4. D. To complain about sheep.

Answer: A. To explain why the gate is shut and what walkers should do.

Why shut, and close it behind you.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. To warn walkers that the path is closed.
The path is open.
C. To describe the cliff.
The cliff is not described.
D. To complain about sheep.
No complaint.

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