READING COMPREHENSIONGREEDY (CHOICE E).

18. b. The blank is followed by a discussion of thepassage, would notice the fall of a sparrow.Choiceshortcomings of the RDA approach. Choice aisb is incorrect because Edwards has a delightfulincorrect because it does not lead into the discus-conviction in God’s sovereignty (authority orsion that follows regarding the RDA approach’spower), which indicates that he believes God’sshortcomings. Choice cis incorrect because it isjudgment, no matter how arbitrary, is wise.contradicted by the final sentence of the passage,Choices cand dare incorrect because Emersonwhich states that the RDA approach remains aspeaks of Nature’s intention as harmony and joy.useful guide. Choice d is incorrect because itsChoice eis incorrect; both Emerson and Edwardsslangy style is inconsistent with the style used inbelieve God makes decisions about individualsthe rest of the passage. Choice e is incorrectbased on the need of nature as a whole.