Craft and StructureEasy–MediumTwo texts on a bridge closure
Craft and Structure practice question
Text 1
The footbridge must close for a month so that its rusted supports can be replaced, says engineer Dev Ram.
Text 2
Closing the footbridge for a month will add half an hour to the walk to school for children from the east bank.
Which choice best describes the relationship between the two texts?
- A. Text 1 gives a reason for the closure, and Text 2 describes a cost of it.Correct
- B. Text 2 argues that the bridge is safe.
- C. Text 2 explains how the supports will be replaced.
- D. Text 1 describes the walk to school.
Answer: A. Text 1 gives a reason for the closure, and Text 2 describes a cost of it.
Reason and consequence.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Text 2 argues that the bridge is safe.
- Text 2 does not dispute the rust.
- C. Text 2 explains how the supports will be replaced.
- Text 2 is about the walk, not the works.
- D. Text 1 describes the walk to school.
- Text 1 is about the supports.
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