READING 1 / QUICK QUIZ

Building Confidence in Reading

3 questions. Choose the meaning or usage that best fits each situation. Try answering before reopening the passage.

1What does semiliterate describe about the character?A. An absence of intelligence or practical knowledge in every area.B. An inability to communicate by any means whatsoever.C. Limited, elementary ability to read and write.D. A guarantee that the character cannot develop further reading skills.

2An attitude open to unfamiliar ways of making useful records is _____ in the sense used here.A. inflexibleB. dogmaticC. insularD. liberal

3Why can the critic be vocal even while speaking quietly?A. She readily and openly expresses her opinions, which does not require a loud voice.B. The word identifies only musical singing and cannot concern expressed opinions.C. A quiet person cannot make a view known to others.D. Vocal means every opinion must be shouted to count as an opinion.

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