Praxis 5001 Practice Exams Practice Question
Account 1: On Tuesday, the amazing Wildcats triumphed over the lowly Hawks with a hard-won victory. While the helpless Hawks fought valiantly throughout the game, their offense could not compete with the Wildcats' powerhouse defense, ultimately giving the Wildcats a 37-14 win. Account 2: The Wildcats played unfairly throughout the game, which led to their undeserved victory over the Hawks on Tuesday night. The Wildcats' defense would have incurred many penalties had the referees noticed their tactics. Luck, rather than skill, gave them a lopsided win they did not deserve. In evaluating the differences between the two accounts, a reader can infer that:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The inference that the authors supported different teams is evident from their contrasting portrayals of the game. Account 1 highlights the Wildcats' skill and victory, while Account 2 accuses them of unfair play and luck. This divergence suggests that each author has a bias based on their allegiance to a team.
Option A is incorrect; the authors clearly exhibit opposing viewpoints. Option B lacks support as there's no indication they write for the same publication. Option D misinterprets the accounts, as neither author explicitly states referee bias favoring the Hawks. Thus, the distinction in team support is the most logical inference.
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