Question

The first paragraph performs which of the following functions in the passage?

• A. It advances an argument to be disputed
• B. It presents situations that support a view discussed in the passage.
• C. It introduces conflicting views to be reconciled
• D. It cities a case that illustrates a problem presented more generally in the passage.

Answer 1

The correct option is B It presents situations that support a view discussed in the passage.

The first paragraph in the passage talks about the response or intention of Alfred Hitchcock, the late movie director on seeing a young mum playing with her baby, and a bikini-clad woman sunbathing.

The passage contrasts the reaction in two situations and further is used to discuss the view in the passage.

Therefore option B is the correct answer, whereas other options are not relevant to the context.