From the ETS Practice Test 1 Johnson passage: critics defined Johnson as a great jazz pianist; the author then argues he was also an innovator in classical music, citing Yamekraw at Carnegie Hall. Which choice best describes the organisation of the passage?
AA historical overview is presented, and a particular phenomenon is noted and analysed
BAn observation is made and rejected, and evidence for the rejection is presented
CA common claim is investigated, and an alternative outlook is criticised
DA popular belief is challenged, and a rival interpretation is presented in its place
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. A historical overview is presented, and a particular phenomenon is noted and analysed
The passage opens with a historical overview of how critics have defined Johnson, then notes a particular phenomenon (his innovation in classical music) and analyses it through the example of Yamekraw. ETS lists this as the correct organisation choice for the Johnson passage in Practice Test 1.
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