#21 - Must Be True

[sarae]

The question refers to the "refugee status under the social group category as it is described in the passage," which is defined as "persons of similar background, habits, or social status."

Since race and religion are mentioned specifically in the definition of a refugee instead of social group, are choices B & C ruled out?

I know the answer is D, but I'm just curious if that is the correct reasoning for those two answers being incorrect.

Thanks!
-Sara

[Ron Gore]

Thanks for your question, Sarae.

You are correct that answers (B) and (C), as well as (E), are incorrect because those circumstances would qualify the asylum seeker for refugee status pursuant to a category other than the social-group category, i.e., race, religion, and political opinion, respectively.

Great job, and good luck!

Ron

[sarae]

Great! Thank you!