AP Language and Composition

How does the author’s use of descriptive language contribute to the passage’s effectiveness?

• It creates a vivid image of Chinatown for the reader

• It confuses the reader with unnecessary details

• It downplays the significance of Chinatown

• It distracts from the main argument

What is the primary purpose of the passage?

• To entertain the reader with anecdotes

• To inform the reader about the historical significance of Chinatown

• To argue against the modernization of Chinatown

• To describe the cultural diversity of Chinatown

Answer explanation

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Which of the following best describes the exigence of the passage?

• The author’s nostalgia for Chinatown

• The declining population in Chinatown

• The need to preserve cultural heritage

• The financial benefits of Chinatown

What is the author’s main argument in the passage?

• Chinatown is losing its cultural identity

• Chinatown is a symbol of cultural resilience

• Chinatown should be modernized

• Chinatown has become a commercialized area

What effect does the author’s description of Chinatown’s history have on the reader?

• It creates a sense of nostalgia

• It emphasizes the need for modernization

• It highlights the economic success of Chinatown

• It shows the diversity of Chinatown

In the context of the passage, which of the following best defines the term 'cultural resilience'?

• The ability to resist change

• The capacity to adapt and survive while maintaining cultural identity

• The strength to expand and grow economically

• The power to influence other cultures

Which statement best captures the overall tone of the passage?

• Optimistic about the future

• Melancholic about the past

• Critical of current policies

• Appreciative of cultural heritage

What does the author imply about the relationship between cultural heritage and economic development?

• Cultural heritage is often sacrificed for economic development

• Economic development can enhance cultural heritage

• The two are unrelated and should be treated separately

• Cultural heritage can hinder economic progress

Which of the following best describes the context in which the passage was written?

• During a period of economic downturn

• Amidst debates on urban renewal and cultural preservation

• Following a significant cultural event in Chinatown

• In response to a demographic study

Astute is best described as:

• Gullible and naive

• Quick-witted and insightful

• Clumsy and unobservant

• Carefree and indifferent