SAT Reading and Writing · Rhetorical Synthesis Practice Question

While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes: <ul> <li>Octavia Butler (1947-2006) was an American science fiction author.</li> <li>She was the first science fiction writer to receive a MacArthur Fellowship (1995).</li> <li>Her novels include "Kindred," "Parable of the Sower," and "Bloodchild."</li> <li>She received Hugo and Nebula Awards multiple times.</li> <li>Her work explored race, gender, and power.</li> </ul> The student wants to conclude an essay by emphasizing Butler's recognition within the literary world. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

Which choice most effectively makes the student's point?

A
$Receiving multiple Hugo and Nebula Awards and the first science fiction MacArthur Fellowship in 1995, Butler was widely recognized in the literary world.$
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B
$Butler's work explored race, gender, and power.$
C
$Butler's novels include 'Kindred' and 'Parable of the Sower.'$
D
$Butler was an American science fiction author.$

Explanation

The goal is recognition. Choice C lists three forms of recognition. A names works, B describes themes, D is biographical background.

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