Question #N1407
The author uses a specific example of an event or a situation to illustrate a broader point about human nature. The author emphasizes the importance of the example by stating that the event or situation is a "common" experience. The author also uses a specific detail about the event or situation to make it seem more real to the reader. How does the author use this specific example in the passage?
In this passage, the author uses a specific example to
A. provide a detailed description of a specific event or situation.
B. explain the importance of the speaker’s message.
C. create a sense of intimacy and connection with the reader.
D. illustrate a broader point about human nature.
Correct Answer is: D
The author uses the specific example to illustrate a broader point about human nature, which is the main idea of the passage.