Let's go through each question and its answer options one by one:
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What does the word explicit mean?
- The correct response is: clearly expressed
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Why should readers support their analysis of a literary text with strong textual evidence?
- The correct response is: to show they have paid careful attention to the text and understand its meaning
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Which answer choice accurately defines the meaning of the word inference?
- The correct response is: a conclusion formed from evidence and reasoning
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Why is evaluating evidence an important part of making an inference when reading a literary text?
- The correct response is: Solid evidence is needed to support a logical inference.
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Which inference is best supported by the details in the passage?
- Given the context of the passage where Harborough compares his own enterprise and city upbringing to that of the Captain, the best-supported inference is: Harborough feels he is superior to others.
If you have any more questions or need further explanations, feel free to ask!