Question

1. how is the rest of the excerpt about john snow on pages 38-40 mainly structured?

a. xxxxxxxxxxxx
b. as an examination of vocabulary that may be unfamiliar to readers
c. as a detailed description of the setting where the major events happen
d. as a presentation of snow’s argument that miasma did not cause disease

Explanation:

To determine the structure of the John Snow excerpt, we analyze each option:

• Option A is unclear (marked with Xs).
• Option B: Examining unfamiliar vocabulary is not a typical structure for a historical/ scientific excerpt about John Snow’s work.
• Option C: A detailed setting description is unlikely, as Snow’s work focuses on disease causation (e.g., cholera), not just setting.
• Option D: John Snow is known for challenging the miasma theory (arguing disease came from contaminated water, not miasma). Presenting his argument against miasma as a cause aligns with the content of his work.

Answer:

D. as a presentation of Snow’s argument that miasma did not cause disease