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Expression of IdeasHardEmphasising a similarity between two bridges

Expression of Ideas practice question

While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes: - The Iron Bridge in Shropshire, England, opened in 1779. - It was the first major bridge made of cast iron. - The Forth Bridge in Scotland opened in 1890. - It was one of the first major bridges made of steel. The student wants to emphasise a similarity between the two bridges.

Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

  1. A. Both the Iron Bridge of 1779 and the Forth Bridge of 1890 were pioneering uses of a new material, cast iron and steel respectively.Correct
  2. B. The Iron Bridge is in Shropshire, England.
  3. C. The Forth Bridge opened more than a century after the Iron Bridge.
  4. D. The Forth Bridge is made of steel.

Answer: A. Both the Iron Bridge of 1779 and the Forth Bridge of 1890 were pioneering uses of a new material, cast iron and steel respectively.

Both were firsts in a new material.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. The Iron Bridge is in Shropshire, England.
One bridge's location.
C. The Forth Bridge opened more than a century after the Iron Bridge.
A difference, not a similarity.
D. The Forth Bridge is made of steel.
One bridge's material.

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