MCAT Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills Question 96: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 96
3. We can reasonably infer that the perceived imbalance that Stravinsky was seeking to repair was one of:
- A. an over-dependence on inspiration rather than craftsmanship in making music.
- B. some composers' tendency to inject extraneous elements into their music.
- C. too great an involvement in the political side of theatrical staging and production.
- D. an over-emphasis on choreography as compared to instrumentation in theatrical productions.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
A This is a Main Idea/Primary Purpose question.
A: Yes. While the author does not mention Shapton's book immediately, her early discussion about objects leads into a discussion and appreciation of Important Artifacts; the last paragraph shows the author's elevated understanding of the meaning of objects after reading the book.
B: No. While the author mentions animism in paragraph 1, she does not indicate that Shapton's book explicitly deals with this concept.
C: No. This choice puts too negative a spin on the author's tone. While the author is interested in the difference between the dollar value and the emotional investment in objects (paragraph 6), she is not discussing these things to laugh at Doolan and Morris or their possessions.
D: No. While this answer contains correct information, it makes no reference to Shapton's book, which is central to the author's understanding and explanation of the relationship between people and objects.