Question

1. which of the following statements expresses the central idea, or claim, that the author develops in her argument? fiction plays an important role in social progress. literature is often the cause of debate and conflict. stories from the past may contain negative stereotypes. social ills are easier to resolve using fiction than through politics.

Explanation:

To find the central - idea, we need to identify the main point the author is making. Without the full text, we assume the statement that best represents a central claim among the options. The other options make more specific or less general statements about fiction and its relation to social aspects. This option about past stories and negative stereotypes could be a broad - reaching claim that an author might develop.

Answer:

Stories from the past may contain negative stereotypes.