SAT question 1a2b29c9 (Central Ideas And Details)

Question

The following text is adapted from María Cristina Mena’s 1914 short story “The Vine-Leaf.” It is a saying in the capital of Mexico that Dr. Malsufrido carries more family secrets under his hat than any archbishop. The doctor’s hat is, appropriately enough, uncommonly capacious, rising very high, and sinking so low that it seems to be supported by his ears and eyebrows, and it has a furry look, as if it had been brushed the wrong way, which is perhaps what happens to it if it is ever brushed at all. When the doctor takes it off, the family secrets do not fly out like a flock of parrots, but remain nicely bottled up beneath a dome of old and highly polished ivory. Based on the text, how do people in the capital of Mexico most likely regard Dr. Malsufrido?

College Board · Accepted Answer

The correct answer is B. Choice B is the best answer. The text describes a saying in the capital that Malsufrido keeps more secrets than an archbishop. It also says that when he takes off his hat, “the family secrets do not fly out… but remain nicely bottled up,” suggesting that he will not betray his confidences.

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Why the other choices are wrong

SAT Question 1a2b29c9: Central Ideas And Details answer and explanation

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Why the other choices are wrong