Put an X in the box next to the correct answer. 1. What does the author mean by the statement 'This was going to be the time of their lives'? a. The skaters were nervous about the... Put an X in the box next to the correct answer. 1. What does the author mean by the statement 'This was going to be the time of their lives'? a. The skaters were nervous about the ice skating competition. b. The skaters were looking forward to having a wonderful time. c. The American skaters were favored to win the championship. 2. The main purpose of the first paragraph is to a. describe the excitement of the figure skating team. b. compare the American figure skating team to European teams. c. inform the reader about the world ice skating championships. 3. What is the author's purpose in writing 'Death of a Dream'? a. To express an opinion about Captain Lambrechts's ability as a pilot. b. To inform the reader about a plane crash that killed many members of the U.S. figure skating team. c. To convey a mood of excitement. 4. Which of the following statements from the article best describes Laurie Owen's skating style? a. 'Laurie came from a skating family.' b. 'Laurie had an older sister who shared her mother's name.' c. 'Laurie had great skill, dazzling grace, and a winning smile.'
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The question is asking for assistance in selecting the correct answers to a reading comprehension exercise about figure skating. It involves interpreting statements about the text and understanding the author's intent.
Answer
1. b, 2. a, 3. b, 4. c
- b. The skaters were looking forward to having a wonderful time.
- a. Describe the excitement of the figure skating team.
- b. To inform the reader about a plane crash that killed many members of the U.S. figure skating team.
- c. 'Laurie had great skill, dazzling grace, and a winning smile.'
Answer for screen readers
- b. The skaters were looking forward to having a wonderful time.
- a. Describe the excitement of the figure skating team.
- b. To inform the reader about a plane crash that killed many members of the U.S. figure skating team.
- c. 'Laurie had great skill, dazzling grace, and a winning smile.'
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