Rhetorical Synthesis

SAT Reading and Writing· difficulty 2/5

While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:

<ul> <li>Sushi is a Japanese dish typically combining vinegared rice with seafood or vegetables.</li> <li>The earliest forms preserved fish by fermenting it in rice.</li> <li>Modern sushi developed in 19th-century Edo (Tokyo).</li> <li>Common varieties include nigiri, maki, and sashimi.</li> <li>Sushi has become globally popular since the late 20th century.</li> </ul> The student wants to introduce sushi to an audience unfamiliar with it. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?

Which choice most effectively makes the student's point?

  • A

    Sushi is a Japanese dish typically combining vinegared rice with seafood or vegetables.

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  • B

    Common varieties include nigiri, maki, and sashimi.

  • C

    Modern sushi developed in 19th-century Edo.

  • D

    Sushi has become globally popular since the late 20th century.

Explanation

An introduction defines the subject. Choice B identifies sushi, gives nationality, and describes basic ingredients. The others assume familiarity.

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