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Question #N270

The following text is adapted from a novel by Jane Austen. The two youngest of the family, Catherine and Henry, were the only ones who could be said to have any natural taste in drawing. Catherine, indeed, drew much better than her brother, though he was a very assiduous draftsman. But Catherine, with her talent for music, singing, and dancing, was far too busy to devote much of her time to drawing. Her brother, on the other hand, having no other accomplishments, was entirely engrossed in his art.

Which choice best summarizes the main idea of the passage?

A. Catherine is a more talented artist than Henry, but she is too busy with other activities to focus on drawing.

B. Henry’s lack of other talents makes him more dedicated to drawing than Catherine.

C. Catherine and Henry both enjoy drawing, but Catherine’s talent for other artistic pursuits makes her a more accomplished artist overall.

D. Catherine’s talent for music, singing, and dancing makes her a more well-rounded person than Henry.

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Correct Answer is: A

The passage focuses on the differences between Catherine and Henry’s artistic abilities and how those differences are related to their interests and activities. The passage states that Catherine is a more talented artist, but she is too busy with other activities to focus on drawing. Henry, on the other hand, is more dedicated to drawing because it is his only talent.