The author of this excerpt believes that the most important thing to consider when trying to learn new skills is to be patient and persistent. This is shown by the emphasis on the phrase "keep at it." What is the most likely reason the author uses the phrase “keep at it” in this excerpt?
SAT · English · previous-year question
- A.emphasize the importance of perseverance.correct
- B.describe the process of learning a new skill.
- C.suggest that learning new skills is challenging.
- D.provide an example of how to improve one’s skills.
Answer
A. emphasize the importance of perseverance.
Explanation
The phrase “keep at it” is a common expression that emphasizes the importance of perseverance. This is the most likely reason the author used this phrase in this excerpt.
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