Question 3 of 5 The Gateway Arch, also known as the St. Louis Arch, is an important
American monument and a tribute to the American pioneer spirit. The
monument is the tallest in the country. It was designed in 1947 and
opened to the public in 1967. Seen from the east, the Arch seems to
form a frame around the city of St. Louis, Missouri, and, symbolically,
the entire western frontier of the United States. It is an enduring
symbol not only of the city of St. Louis but also of the way Americans
have moved westward since the early days of the nation.
Which option best evaluates how well the following summary reflects the
original passage?
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The Gateway Arch is the tallest monument in the country.
O A. The summary is strong because it states the main idea of the
passage and the most important supporting detail.
OB. The summary is weak because it includes a supporting detail that
is not backed up by a citation from a credible source
C. The summary is weak because it only mentions one supporting
detail and does not cover the main point of the passage.
D. The summary is strong because it focuses on the supporting
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