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The following text is from Charles Dickens’ 1850 novel David Copperfield. In the novel, David reflects on his relationship with Dora, his first wife.

Dora, being unpracticed in the ways of managing a household, would become frustrated and tearful when confronted with even the simplest of tasks. Yet, her childlike charm and unyielding cheerfulness often disarmed David, who found himself unable to stay upset with her for long.


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Which choice best states the main purpose of the text?

A
It highlights Dora’s inexperience in managing household responsibilities.

B
It contrasts Dora’s immaturity with her appealing personality.

C
It explains why David is often frustrated with Dora.

D
It illustrates David’s unwavering affection for Dora despite her shortcomings.

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B

The passage contrasts Dora’s immaturity and incompetence with her charming, cheerful personality, showing how those traits cancel each other out in David’s perception. Choices A and C focus only on her inexperience or David’s frustration, and D emphasizes David’s affection but misses the explicit contrast presented.