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SAT English Practice Question

The author uses the phrase "a sense of accomplishment" to refer to the feeling that people experience when they complete a task. This phrase is used to emphasize the positive aspect of completing a task, even if the task was relatively easy. The author could have used other phrases to describe the feeling of completing a task. For example, the author could have used the phrase "a feeling of satisfaction" or "a feeling of pride." However, the author chose to use the phrase "a sense of accomplishment" to specifically highlight the importance of completing a task, regardless of its difficulty. What is the most likely reason why the author chose to use the phrase "a sense of accomplishment"?

  1. A.completing tasks is important for both personal and professional growth.
  2. B.completing tasks is a necessary part of life, regardless of the difficulty.
  3. C.completing tasks, even easy ones, can make people feel more capable.
  4. D.completing tasks can be more rewarding than people often realize.

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