Question

Which of the following sentences best describes the passage's structure?

• A. Paragraph one introduces a topic, while paragraph two further elaborates, citing poetic evidence.
• B. Paragraph one states a point of view, while paragraph two opposes it.
• C. Paragraph one states the general perception of a profession, while paragraph two delves into the actual emotions of the individuals in that profession.
• D. Paragraph one explains atrocities, and paragraph two justifies them.
• E. Paragraph one provides background on a topic, while paragraph two gives a contemporary popular culture example.

Answer 1

The correct option is C Paragraph one states the general perception of a profession, while paragraph two delves into the actual emotions of the individuals in that profession.

Paragraph one starts talking about pirates. Specifically, it talks about what are people's views and beliefs of the pirates. It tells us what the masses believe they did and how they were believed to be. It tells in details their actions. Thus, paragraph one tells us in general what the profession of pirates was believed to be like.

The second paragraph a pirate itself. It contemplates as to what a pirate must feel while committing atrocities upon fellow humans. It discusses the grip of conscience on a pirate. In simple words, paragraph two deals with the emotions of a pirate.

From the above points, we can conclude that paragraph one states the general perception of a profession and paragraph two deals with the emotions of an individual in that profession.

Therefore, C is the correct option.