IEO Comprehension and Inference

Question 1

Read the passage: 'Despite the heavy rain, the farmer continued working in the fields. His family depended on a good harvest this year.' What can be INFERRED about the farmer?

Accepted Answer

He is determined and responsible towards his family.

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He enjoys getting wet in the rain.

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He does not have a raincoat.

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He is angry at the weather.

Question 2

Passage: 'The classroom fell silent the moment the principal walked in.' What does this suggest about the students?

Accepted Answer

The students respect or are afraid of the principal.

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The students were sleeping.

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The principal told them to be quiet.

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The students didn't notice the principal.

Question 3

Read: 'Maria had not eaten anything since morning. She stared at the bread in the shop window.' What does Maria MOST LIKELY feel?

Accepted Answer

Hunger

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Anger

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Boredom

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Curiosity about bread-making

Question 4

Passage: 'The city that was once famous for its gardens now has tall buildings everywhere.' What does this tell us?

Accepted Answer

The city has undergone rapid urbanization.

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The city has improved its gardens.

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The city now has no people.

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The gardens are inside the buildings.

Question 5

Read: 'The old woman smiled when the child handed her a flower.' What can be inferred?

Accepted Answer

The gesture pleased the old woman.

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The old woman disliked flowers.

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The child was being punished.

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The old woman was surprised and scared.

Question 6

Passage: 'Though he had won many prizes, he never boasted about them.' What trait does this person display?

Accepted Answer

Humility

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Arrogance

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Laziness

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Dishonesty