Expression of IdeasHardEmphasising that a temperature was unprecedented
Expression of Ideas practice question
While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
- On 19 July 2022, England recorded a temperature of 40°C.
- It was the first time 40°C had ever been recorded in England.
- Rail lines buckled and some schools closed.
- Forecasters had predicted the heat a week in advance.
The student wants to emphasise that the heat was unprecedented.
Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
- A. On 19 July 2022, England recorded 40°C for the first time in its history.Correct
- B. Rail lines buckled and some schools closed.
- C. Forecasters had predicted the heat a week in advance.
- D. It was hot in England on 19 July 2022.
Answer: A. On 19 July 2022, England recorded 40°C for the first time in its history.
The first time ever: unprecedented.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. Rail lines buckled and some schools closed.
- Effects, not novelty.
- C. Forecasters had predicted the heat a week in advance.
- The forecast, not novelty.
- D. It was hot in England on 19 July 2022.
- Too vague.
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