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Although the novel’s plot is complex and ambitious, the novel’s greatest strength is the author’s ability to create richly imagined, unforgettable characters. For example, the central character, a young woman named Mina, is given a vivid and compelling portrait, filled with contradictions and nuances. The author’s use of dialogue adds a depth of characterization, revealing their inner lives and motivations.

SAT · English · previous-year question

  1. A.The author emphasizes the complexity of the novel's plot.
  2. B.The author explores the importance of dialogue in fiction.
  3. C.The author shows how the novel's setting influences its characters.
  4. D.The author suggests that the novel's most important feature is the creation of its characters.

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