Q2

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(moving Dan's original post here)

2. (D)
Question Type: Synthesis (24-26, 54-57)
This question requires that we understand the nature of Rita Dove’s work so that we can then
move beyond the text to apply our understanding to a novel situation. Dove’s achievements are
defined by her ability to take two distinct genres (poetry and fiction) and blend them together,
despite the traditional separation of the two genres. Thus, our answer choice should provide an
example of someone who defies convention to mix two styles in a similar way. Answer (D) does
this.
(A) is an unsupported interpretation. Rita Dove did not mix a traditional style with an
untraditional style.
(B) is an unsupported interpretation. Rita Dove did move from one role to another.
(C) is an unsupported interpretation. Rita Dove did not team up with anyone else.
(E) is an unsupported interpretation. Rita Dove did not add to an already existing work.