Question

Use the passage "The Osage Indians Struck It Rich, Paid the Price" by Dwight Garner to answer the question.
Which statement best characterizes the argument that Killers of the Flower Moon's writing is "impeccable" but lacks "personality"?
a. The evidence is ineffective because the reviewer does not include direct quotations from the book.
b. The evidence is effective because the reviewer includes a direct quotation from a reliable expert.
c. The evidence is ineffective because the reviewer does not include enough biographical information about the author.
d. The evidence is effective because the reviewer includes a succinct and compelling plot summary.

Answer 1

The correct answer is **d. The evidence is effective because the reviewer includes a succinct and compelling plot summary.**

This option aligns with the notion that the review acknowledges the writing quality ("impeccable") by recognizing the plot summary, but points out a lack of distinctive "personality" in the writing. It suggests that while the summary may effectively convey the narrative, it may lack the unique voice or style that contributes to a stronger sense of personality.