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Question 1
The passage most strongly suggests that Helga changes to 'another, warmer tone' (sentence 27) because she wants to
A. get more information from Margaret about Jim Vayle
B. convince Margaret to have breakfast with her
C. avoid being rude to Margaret
D. stop Margaret from leaving
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The context implies that Helga realizes her initial tone was cold or abrupt, and she changes to a warmer tone to be more polite and not offend Margaret. Choice A is not supported. Choice B might be related but not primary. Choice D is not indicated.
Question 2
The description of the sunrise in the sixth paragraph (sentences 18-21) mainly serves to
A. emphasize Helga's love of the outdoors
B. illustrate Helga's inattentiveness to her visitor
C. underscore Margaret's concern for Helga's well-being
D. suggest Margaret's astonishment at Helga's behavior
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The sunrise description shows that Helga is distracted by the view and not fully engaged with Margaret, highlighting her inattentiveness. Choice A might be true but not the main purpose. Choice C and D focus on Margaret, but the description is from Helga's perspective.
Question 3
In the passage, Margaret indicates that she's concerned when she first sees Helga because she worries that Helga
A. will be late to meet her students
B. has allowed her room to become messy
C. is upset with another teacher
D. has decided to join the English department
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The passage suggests that Margaret is concerned about the state of Helga's room, indicating messiness. Choice A is not mentioned. Choice C might be inferred but not directly. Choice D is not related.
Question 4
According to the passage, Margaret and others at Naxos generally regard Helga as
A. highly reliable
B. unusually friendly
C. relatively practical
D. somewhat intimidating
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The passage describes Helga as having a presence that others find intimidating or formidable. Choice A is not supported. Choice B is contrary to her aloofness. Choice C is not indicated.
Question 5
According to the author of Passage 2, fierce animal species inspire what feeling in humans?
A. Humor
B. Humility
C. Bravery
D. Arrogance
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Passage 2 likely discusses how powerful animals remind humans of their place in nature, inspiring humility. Choice A is not serious. Choice C might be inspired but not primary. Choice D is opposite.