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Gertrude, queen of Denmark, becoming a widow by the sudden death of King Hamlet, in less than two months after his death married his brother Claudius, which was noted by all people at the time for a strange act of indiscretion, or unfeelingness, or worse; for this Claudius did no way resemble her late husband in the qualities of his person or his mind, but was as contemptible in outward appearance as he was base and unworthy in disposition.

Which of the following is an assumption made by the author?

Rationale

The same scientific principles that apply to harnessing natural forces also apply to training horses.

The author implies a connection between the principles of natural forces and their application to other areas, such as horse training. This assumption suggests a parallel between understanding and manipulating natural phenomena and the skills involved in training animals, indicating a broader perspective on the application of scientific thought.

A (The same scientific principles that apply to harnessing natural forces also apply to training horses.) CORRECT

This choice directly reflects the author's assumption that the methodologies and principles derived from studying natural forces can be similarly applied to the training of horses. It indicates an overarching belief in the universality of scientific inquiry across different domains of knowledge.

B (The discovery of electricity had a greater impact on society than the invention of steam engines had.) YOUR ANSWER

This option presents a comparative judgment about the societal impacts of two technological advancements. While the author discusses natural forces, they do not make a claim about the relative importance of electricity versus steam engines, thereby rendering this assumption irrelevant to the context of the passage.

C (The study of horses as transportation contributed to the development of steam-powered transportation.) YOUR ANSWER

Although this choice suggests a link between horse transportation and steam-powered advancements, it does not align with the author's focus on the principles of scientific inquiry. The passage does not address the historical progression from horses to steam power, making this assumption misplaced.

D (Franklin's experiments with electricity represented a new approach to scientific inquiry.) YOUR ANSWER

While Franklin's experiments are mentioned, the passage does not assert that these experiments signify a novel approach to scientific inquiry. Instead, it emphasizes the broader connection to principles applicable in various fields, including horse training, making this an incorrect assumption.

Conclusion

The passage conveys an underlying assumption that the scientific principles governing natural forces extend to the training of horses, highlighting a reliance on universal methodologies. Options B, C, and D fail to reflect this central theme, focusing instead on unrelated comparisons or assertions. This illustrates the author's broader perspective on the interconnectedness of scientific inquiry across different disciplines.

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