Difficulty: Medium

Average Score: 63%

"Read the passage below and then choose the best answer to each question. Answer the questions on the basis of what is stated or implied in
Passage
Enraged by a 1791 excise tax imposed on whiskey by the federal government, farmers in western Pennsylvania orchestrated a series of attacks on government agents. This uprising became known as the Whiskey Rebellion, In 1794, after protesters threatened the home of tax collector General John Neville, President George Washington mobilized an army of militiamen to quell the uprising. Though only about a dozen people were arrested (they were later pardoned), the Whiskey Rebellion demonstrated that the new national government had the willingness and the ability to suppress violent resistance to its laws"

The passage indicates that John Neville was

Rationale

the passage indicates that John Neville was working for the government.

The passage provides information about gargoyles but does not mention John Neville directly. However, the question requires an inference based on the context, which suggests a governmental role related to the whiskey tax.

A (the creator of the whiskey tax) YOUR ANSWER

There is no information in the passage regarding the creation of the whiskey tax or any individual involved in its inception. The focus remains solely on the function and history of gargoyles, leaving this option unsupported and irrelevant.

B (working for the government) CORRECT

Although the passage does not explicitly mention John Neville, it implies a connection to official duties, particularly in relation to the whiskey tax, which was enacted by the government. This suggests that Neville had a role aligned with governmental operations, making this the most reasonable inference.

C (pardoned by the government) YOUR ANSWER

The passage does not provide any details about John Neville being pardoned or any related government actions. This choice introduces an element that is not present in the text, making it an unsupported assertion.

D (a friend of George Washington's) YOUR ANSWER

While John Neville may have had historical ties to figures like George Washington, the passage does not mention any personal relationships or friendships. This option does not relate to the content provided in the passage and is therefore incorrect.

Conclusion

The passage centers around gargoyles and does not address John Neville directly; however, it allows for the interpretation that he was involved with government matters, particularly in relation to the whiskey tax. The inference that he was working for the government aligns best with contextual clues, while the other options lack textual support and relevance.