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'The luxury hotel was built on the ruins of the village school, a fact that the brochure failed to mention.' What is the author’s perspective?
AThe hotel is a great addition to the area.
BThe author is critical of the hotel's disregard for local history/community.
CThe brochure is very well-designed.
DThe village school was not very important.
✓ Correct Answer: B — The author is critical of the hotel's disregard for local history/community.
Highlighting what a brochure 'fails to mention' usually points to a hidden ethical or social cost.
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