Question

\supporters of this new tax are simply out of touch with reality. theyre the same group of people whove never had to worry about making ends meet, sitting in their ivory towers making decisions that hurt hardworking citizens. theyre proposing this tax under the guise of helping the economy, but in reality, theyre just looking to burden the working class even more. they probably spend their days sipping champagne and have no idea what its like to struggle to pay bills or put food on the table. this tax is just another way for them to take more money from honest, everyday folks.\

1. what is the topic of this argument?

working hours
ivory towers
honest people
a new tax

Explanation:

Analyze the core subject of the passage

The passage focuses on criticizing "Supporters of this new tax." It discusses the proposed tax, its alleged negative impacts on the working class, and the motivations of those proposing it.

Evaluate the options against the text

• Working hours: Not mentioned as the main subject.
• Ivory towers: Used metaphorically to describe the supporters, not the topic itself.
• Honest people: Mentioned as the victims of the tax, but not the central topic.
• A new tax: The entire argument revolves around opposing this proposed tax.

Answer:

• Working hours
• Ivory towers
• Honest people
• A new tax (Correct answer)