Praxis 5511 Practice Test Practice Question
Scenario/Extract:
How Alexander wept when he had no more worlds to conquer, everybody knows-or has some reason to know by this time, the matter having been rather frequently mentioned. My Lady Dedlock, having conquered her world, fell, not into the melting but rather into the freezing mood. An exhausted composure, a worn-out placidity, an equanimity of fatigue not to be ruffled by interest or satisfaction, are the trophies of her victory. She is perfectly well bred. If she could be translated to Heaven to-morrow, she might be expected to ascend without any rapture.
-Charles Dickens, from Bleak House
The passage is primarily concerned with which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The passage focuses on describing a character's demeanor, highlighting their emotional state and behavior, which is central to understanding their role in the narrative.
Option A, while it may touch on themes of triumph, does not encapsulate the primary focus of the text. Option C suggests a broader social commentary on class differences, which is not the main concern of the passage. Option D, though it may relate to a character's success, does not accurately reflect the emphasis on demeanor and emotional portrayal present in the text. Thus, the passage's core lies in the exploration of the character's inner qualities.
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