SAT English Practice Question
The passage describes the process of designing and building a new kind of car. The writer begins by describing the car’s design: its exterior is sleek, its interior is spacious, and its technology is cutting-edge. Then the writer describes the car’s production: it is built by hand, and the materials used are of the highest quality. Finally, the writer reflects on the car’s impact on the automotive industry: it has revolutionized the way people view and experience car design. In the passage, what is the purpose of the sentence: "The writer begins by describing the car’s design: its exterior is sleek, its interior is spacious, and its technology is cutting-edge." ?
- A.provide a brief overview of the car’s design before describing the car’s production.
- B.contrast the car’s design with the car’s production process.
- C.provide a detailed explanation of the car’s cutting-edge technology.
- D.explain how the car’s design has revolutionized the automotive industry.
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