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8th grade: Read the paragraph and choose the correct answer: Long ago, in Timbuktu, there lived two boys. one was born into luxury and power and lived in the palace compound. The other was born to nomadic traders and had a difficult life traveling in the desert. Both longed for a different life. Which statement is the best inference for the setting of the paragraph? A.) This paragraph takes place in a familiar place. B.) This paragraph takes place far in the future. C.) This paragraph takes place in the distant past. D.) The paragraph takes place in the present day. |
C.) This paragraph takes place in the distant past. |
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8 Grade: Read the paragraph and answer the question: Ahmadou, the nomadic desert dweller, is trying to rouse his stubborn camel that is parked in the middle of the road. So busy arguing with the camel, ahmadou doesn't notice the other boy until the boy asks how he can help. Noticing his fine robes, Ahmadou doubts the boy can help. What can you say about Ahmadou after reading the paragraph? A.) Ahmadou usually makes quick judgements about people. B.) Ahmadou is too proud to accept help from others. C.) Ahmadou is easy going and gets along with others. D.) Ahmadou usually does not talk to strangers. |
A.) Ahmadou usually makes quick judgements about people. |
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8 Grade: Read the paragraph and answer the question: "I don't know much about camels, but I have ridden horses," the boy told Ahmadou. "horses are reasonable, and camels are not," Ahmadou told him. "But it won't hurt for ou to try." The boy did what he could to get the camel to stand up. However, instead of rising to his feet, the camel spit on the startled boy. Ahmadou laughed. What can you infer about the boys after reading this paragraph? A.) The boys are both fearful of animals. B.) The boys both enjoy riding camels. C.) The boys both know a lot about camels. D.) The boys both want the camel to stand up. |
D.) The boys both want the camel to stand up. |
