Question

The primary purpose of the passage is to

• A. analyze a current trend in relation to the past\
• B. discuss a particular solution to a long-standing problem\
• C. analyze changes in the way that certain standards have been enforced\
• D. apply a generalization to an unusual situation\
• E. describe an approach by contrasting it with another approach

Hint:

Identify structure: description via contrast with alternative.

Answer 1

Answer: (E)

Step 1: The passage describes "occupational unionism" among waitresses (1900s-1950s), focusing on defending skills and enforcing standards city-wide via hiring halls.
Step 2: It contrasts this with "worksite unionism" among factory workers (employer-specific, individual job security vs. collective placement).
Step 3: The core is explaining one approach by differentiating it from another.
Step 4: (E) fits; (A) no current trend; (B) not a solution; (C) no changes analyzed; (D) no generalization applied.