Analyzing and Interpreting Literature CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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How can the author's intent be determined?

By researching the author's life
By exploring the textual evidence
By analyzing the work's structure
By determining the themes and symbols

The correct answer is: By exploring the textual evidence

Exploring the textual evidence is the most effective way to determine the author's intent. This involves closely examining the language used by the author and identifying any recurring themes, symbols, and motifs that may provide insight into the overall purpose of the work. Option A may provide some background information on the author, but it may not necessarily reveal their specific intent for writing the work in question. Option C may also provide some context, but it primarily focuses on the structure of the work rather than the underlying message. Option D may offer some clues about the author's intent, but it is not as direct as analyzing the actual text itself.