Question

Read each interpretation of the same event. Which one presents the most
neutral perspective?
O A. Crooked Rawlins's career ended in disgrace this afternoon.
O B. Marjorie Rawlins was forced to leave politics behind by a corrupt
president
O C. President Burns has fired Chief of Staff Marjorie Rawlins.
O D. The president has foolishly decided to fire his chief of staff

Answer 1

Answer:

C

Explanation:

The answer is C.

Here is why:

The question is asking for neutral. So, this means no positive or negative emotion is displayed in the sentence.

a. the word "ended in disgrace" gives the impression that the speaker is not happy about the event. this is not neutral.

b. "forced" and "corrupt president" are clear signs that the speaker is ALSO not happy about the events here. this is not neutral either.

c. the facts are stated, nothing more, nothing less. there is no emotion. it is just facts. this is correct

d.this is not correct. the use of the phrase "foolishly decided" leaves the impression of unhappiness by the speaker. this is also not correct.