Question #N1336
The passage opens with a description of a woman working at her desk. The passage then shifts to focus on the woman’s internal thoughts, her anxieties, and her hopes for the future. What is the most likely reason for this shift in focus?
The shift in focus in the passage is most likely intended to
A. provide a detailed account of the woman’s personality.
B. create a contrast between the woman’s outward appearance and her inner thoughts.
C. highlight the importance of the woman’s dreams and aspirations.
D. suggest that the woman’s work is not as fulfilling as she would like.
Correct Answer is: B
The shift in focus from the woman’s external actions to her internal thoughts creates a contrast between her outward appearance and her inner thoughts. This contrast helps to highlight the complex nature of the woman’s experience and to create a sense of tension and mystery.