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ACT English Practice Question

Read the following excerpt. While some artifacts can never be displayed, many pieces that can—and should—be viewed are not. At this point, the writer is considering adding the following parenthetical phrase immediately after the word "displayed": *(whether because of light sensitivity or the request of a donor)* Given that the information is accurate, should the writer make this addition here?

  1. A.Yes, because it gives specific examples to help explain why some objects can never be displayed in a museum.
  2. B.Yes, because it offers specific examples of items that require special storage.
  3. C.No, because it detracts from the paragraph’s focus on the ideal museum layout.
  4. D.No, because it diminishes the role museums play in educating the public.

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