Analyzing and Interpreting Literature CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the goal of close reading?

To uncover the hidden meanings of the text
To analyze the work from a particular perspective
To determine the intended audience
To assess its literary value

The correct answer is: To uncover the hidden meanings of the text

Close reading involves critically examining a text in order to understand its deeper meanings, themes, and symbols. Option B only covers one aspect of close reading, while options C and D are not specific enough and do not encompass the full purpose of close reading. Close reading is more than just analyzing a specific perspective or determining the intended audience; it involves a thorough analysis of the text as a whole to reveal its underlying meanings. Therefore, option A is the most accurate goal of close reading.