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Paul Linebarger is often recognized as an influential science fiction writer (under the pen name Cordwainer Smith), but his most significant work was a 1940s classified US Army guide exploring the role of propaganda in times of war. Citing the uniquely absorbing nature of motion pictures, he contended that US propaganda should equal popular films in its appeal, entertaining audiences while engendering views of the nation as an ally. Linebarger's work shaped the distinctive US approach to promoting national interests, one that continues to draw inspiration from elements of pop culture.
Which choice best describes the overall structure of the text?
It distinguishes a work from others in its genre, outlines the central objective of that work, and then addresses a recent resurgence of interest in that work.
A
It sketches the development of a prominent work, familiarizes readers with an argument in that work, and then suggests that the work has had repercussions in other fields
B
It characterizes a work as having been underappreciated, describes a core concept in that work, and then argues that the influence of that concept is recognizable in other works.
C
It introduces a significant work, summarizes a noteworthy idea in that work, and then places that idea into a context that demonstrates its broader implications
D