Question

select the correct answer.
which statement from the excerpt expresses the author’s overall claim?
a. it is bad enough that developers and private citizens are blind to the beauty around them...
b. little regard is given to... the innate beauty of hand - carved woodwork and ornamentation.
c. the modern philosophy of out with the old, in with the new has been used and abused for years.
d. this destruction is often performed with the thought that it is the property that holds the true value, not the structure that sits on it.

Explanation:

To determine the author's overall claim, we analyze each option:

• Option A focuses on people being blind to beauty, which is a specific observation, not the main claim.
• Option B highlights neglect of craftsmanship, also a specific aspect.
• Option C states that the "out with the old, in with the new" philosophy has been misused over time. This seems to address a broader, overarching idea about the misuse of a modern architectural/design philosophy.
• Option D talks about destruction prioritizing property value, a specific consequence rather than the main claim.

The author's overall claim is likely about the misuse of the "out with the old, in with the new" philosophy, so Option C is the best choice.

Answer:

C. The modern philosophy of "out with the old, in with the new" has been used and abused for years.