Question

How does the reference to what Chaplin "put his finger on" (lines 21-22, Passage 1) differ from the "Chaplin truth" (line 70, Passage 2) ?

• A. The first implies that Chaplins views were widely accepted; the second implies that few people embraced Chaplins beliefs.
• B. The first addresses Chaplins ability to fool people; the second focuses on Chaplins ability
  to persuade them.
• C. The first reveals the profound elements of the Tramp; the second suggests that the primary purpose of the Tramp was to provide humor.
• D. The first conveys Chaplins sense of accomplishment; the second downplays Chaplins contributions to the development of the Tramp.
• E. The first presents a cynical view of comedy; the second offers a more whimsical outlook.

Answer 1

The correct option is C The first reveals the profound elements of the Tramp; the second suggests that the primary purpose of the Tramp was to provide humor.

In the first passage, 'Chaplin put his finger on' is used to tell the reader how Chaplin explained the many elements of the tramp whereas 'Chaplin truth' in the second passage is said By Chaplin himself during an interview with reference to the fact that the simple purpose of the tramp was to make people laugh. Thus C is the best answer.