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Related Benchmark: LA.7.1.7.2
Reporting Category: Reading Process
Type: MC: Multiple Choice
Difficulty: N/A
Question:
The sample item below is based on PoppaAndTheSpruceTree.pdf
Read this excerpt from the essay.
Read this excerpt from the essay.
Maybe he was five feet six if his heels were not worn. Maybe he weighed 155 pounds if he had a good meal. Maybe he could see a block away if his glasses were clean.
Why does the author describe Poppa’s appearance in this way?
Answer Options:
A. to provide a clear image of Poppa
B. to suggest that Poppa’s strengths were internal
C. to contrast Poppa’s size with the size of his project
D. to explain why Poppa might choose to avoid challenges
B. to suggest that Poppa’s strengths were internal
C. to contrast Poppa’s size with the size of his project
D. to explain why Poppa might choose to avoid challenges
Answer Key:
B
Item Context:
Author’s Purpose
