This passage is adapted from a letter written by Thomas Jefferson to James Madison. It was originally written in 1785, when Jefferson was residing in France.

Jefferson's central claim in the passage is that

wealth should be redistributed in a way that benefits the majority of society.

As used in line 49, "laboured" most nearly means

worked

Jefferson uses the example of the woman he meets on the road in order to

transition from his specific experience to a more general argument

Which choise best describes Jefferson's attitude towards socio-economic conditions in France?

He is affronted at the few opportunities given to the poor.

What main effect does the phrase "flower of the country", lines 37 - 38, have on the tone of the passage?

It provides an impassioned tone to describe the discrepancy between the relative privilege of the few and the hardship of the many.

Over the course of the passage, the main focus shifts from

a description of the locale to a broader discussion of principles.

Jefferson implies that the initial purpose of his walk was to

better understand the physical geography around him.

The main purpose of the passage's information about Fontainebleau is to

contextualize the anecdote and argument that follow.

Jefferson's statement that he is conscious that "an equal division of property is impracticable" (lines 50 - 51) imples that he

knows that his ideals are not entirely realistic, yet still believes that some improvement is possible.

Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?

lines 12 - 13 ("This ... place")

Which choice provides the best evidence for the answer to the previous question?

lines 52 - 55 ("legislators ... mind")